The History (B.A.) at Oregon State University provides you with a deep understanding of the forces that have shaped human societies across time and continents. You will engage with critical questions about causality, change, and continuity, developing the analytical and research skills essential for interpreting complex events and diverse human experiences. This undergraduate degree is ideal for intellectually curious students eager to explore global historical literacy, from ancient civilizations to the modern world, and to understand the United States' place within that narrative. You will gain a robust foundation in historical methods and thought.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts degree is studied over four years, guiding you through a curriculum that balances broad historical surveys with specialized global literacy and elective courses. You will develop your research and writing abilities through core requirements like 'The Historian's Craft' and a capstone seminar, culminating in a significant independent project. Throughout your studies at Oregon State University, you will be prepared for diverse career paths in education, public history, archives, research, and policy analysis, equipped with transferable skills in critical thinking, communication, and evidence-based argumentation.