The B.A. in History at James Madison University provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the past, equipping you with essential critical thinking, research, and communication skills. This undergraduate degree is designed for students eager to explore diverse regions and eras, from world history to U.S. and Virginia-specific contexts, while engaging with methodologies like digital history and the analysis of primary sources. You will develop a nuanced perspective on historical events and their impact, preparing you for a wide array of future academic and professional pursuits.
This full-time, on-campus program unfolds over four years, guiding you through foundational courses like World History to 1500 and U.S. History, progressing to specialized topics and history electives. You will engage with historical thinking, explore Virginia's place in early America, and delve into subjects such as maps, money, and trade. In your final year, you will undertake a capstone experience, "Putting History Skills to Work," preparing you for careers in law, business, public service, or further academic study, armed with analytical abilities honed through rigorous historical inquiry.
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