Explore the past and join the conversations about what happened and why we should care. History not only gives us interesting stories to tell, but helps us further understand ourselves and the world.
Majoring in history lets you dive into the topics you are most excited about. Our program offers nearly 100 courses – from the Middle Ages to the American Revolution. You’ll get the opportunity to learn in small classes from a passionate faculty.
History at Illinois State offers an Accelerated Master’s Degree (AMD) sequence. This option gives high-achieving undergraduate students the opportunity to earn a master’s degree with only one year of additional study. Once enrolled in the major, you can contact your advisor to learn more.
History serves as a stepping stone for any career. At Illinois State, you’ll learn critical thinking, writing, research and analysis. These are skills that can be applied to many fields - from business to journalism to law and government.
In addition to our variety of courses, history offers real-world experiences - such as interning at the David Davis Mansion or McLean County Museum of History. Your work can even get published in our journal, Recounting the Past.
For more information about careers in the field of history, please visit Career Services and the American Historical Association.
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Megan Ruffin | 223 Bone Student Center | mhruffi@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-2200 |
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Alan Lessoff | 327 Schroeder Hall | ahlesso@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-8083 |
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
Applying by our priority deadline is encouraged for best consideration for your academic program and for scholarships. Start your application today!
2.50
2.73 - 3.54
Students with fewer than 60 earned hours are evaluated on collegiate coursework and grade point average.
Completion of at least three of the following courses with at least 2.5 GPA in those courses: (for students with 60 or more earned credit hours)
To find the course equivalencies at an Illinois community college, please review our Course Articulation Guides.
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Ron Gifford | Schroeder Hall 321 | rmgiffo@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-8298 |
2.50
2.73 - 3.54
Applications are always available.
Current students can use the Apply to Your Program tool on My.IllinoisState.edu.
If 60 or more earned hours: 2.50 GPA in HIS 101, 102, 135, and 136
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Ron Gifford | Schroeder Hall 321 | rmgiffo@ilstu.edu | (309) 438-8298 |