History Degree

The history program at Brescia University prepares students for careers in politics, publishing, journalism, media and writing, as well as business and commerce, public sector administration, and charity and voluntary sectors. The program focuses on general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing, and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Program courses include: historiography, historical research methods, studies of specific periods, issues and culture, and historic preservation. Get more details below including other Kentucky colleges that offer history degrees.

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Brescia University

1845 Loop Dr, Bowling Green, KY

Brescia University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Owensboro, Kentucky and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. The school's small size in terms of enrollment, about 700 students, allows students to have a more hands on education due to the size of the class and easier access to professors and faculty.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Brescia University offers:

• Public Administration And Social Services
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 19 - 24 on the ACT or 420 - 470 on the SAT are needed to increase the chance of acceptance. An estimated 50% of all students that applied were accepted at Brescia University, with 13% of those admitted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's tuition calculator to get a better idea of their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

The Brescia University Bearcats participate in several athletic programs, overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)

Students should visit the Brescia University website to obtain a complete list of academic programs offered, admissions information, and more.

Students Enrolled in the History Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Brescia University offers a bachelor's degree program in history.

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Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Historians

Description

Research, analyze, record, and interpret the past as recorded in sources, such as government and institutional records, newspapers and other periodicals, photographs, interviews, films, electronic media, and unpublished manuscripts, such as personal diaries and letters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, historians employment is expected to grow at a rate of 1.7% from 2014 to 2024

History Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in human history and historiography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).