Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [History] From University of Rhode Island

History majors learn valuable skills including how to analyze complex issues, plan research projects, locate information, collect and interpret evidence, understand cultural differences, read critically, write effectively, and work independently. Degrees in history lead to career opportunities in business, education, law, public service, and historical research. Students have enough electives to complete a second major, complete the Teacher Education program, study abroad, or take advantage of internship programs.

The undergraduate History major is part of the Bachelor of Arts (B. A.) degree offered by the College of Arts and Sciences. Students take 30 credits (10 courses) in History out of the 120 credits for a B. A. degree. An additional 33 to 39 credits are taken in general education courses, which leaves 51 to 57 credits of free electives.