The History BA at Fairleigh Dickinson University offers you a deep dive into the human past, equipping you with essential analytical and research skills. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students eager to understand complex global events, explore diverse cultures through historical lenses, and develop a nuanced perspective on societal change. You will engage with critical methodologies, including the study of historical methods and the examination of history across major world waterways like the Indian Ocean or Atlantic Worlds, preparing you to interpret the past and its influence on the present.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over four years, guiding you through world history, historical methods, and specialized electives in areas such as Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the United States. You will benefit from small class sizes and close relationships with faculty, culminating in a 4000-level seminar. A distinctive feature is the opportunity for a three-credit internship in public history, where you’ll conduct research at historical sites. You will graduate with robust critical thinking, research, and writing abilities, ready for careers in government, law, education, journalism, and more.