Are you ready to investigate important questions about society? Northern State University’s history major will provide you with outstanding communication and research skills while preparing you to think independently and critically.
As a history major at Northern State University, you'll use the historical method to perform research and clearly present findings, identifying and explaining the significance of important events and issues in American and world history. Dedicated NSU faculty will help you make connections across time and space while fine-tuning your writing and critical thinking skills. You'll learn to read thoughtfully, write effectively, and reach your full potential as a citizen.
Offered On Campus and Online
120 Credit Hours
Estimated Time to Complete: Four Years
Sample Coursework
Western Civilization
United States History
Historical Methods and Histography
World History
Chinese History
Ancient Greece
Renaissance and Reformation
History of South Dakota
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Public History to Complement Your Degree
As a student in the History program, you are able to take courses in Public History as well. Northern's public history program was the first in the state to be offered. Since the program began, 39 students have earned minors and certificates in public history. With a public history certificate, you will work outside of the classroom to share history and historical methods with the public in museums, archives, art galleries, state and local preservation offices, and a wide variety of private consulting firms. This certificate will complement your degree is history.
Get Involved on Campus
Build skills outside the classroom and get involved with the Aberdeen community with clubs and organizations.
