Northwestern State University

What you'll study

Core course themes include global and national historical narratives plus applied public history. Explicit course topics and experiences named by the program are:

• Modern World Civilization — study of global revolutions, wars and transformations from 1648 to the present.
• History of the United States — examination of America’s development from colonial times to its modern role.
• Public History Internship — supervised field placements at museums, parks or archives to gain practical skills.

The program also highlights training in archival methods, digital history tools, and hands-on projects. A range of minors is available to pair with the degree, including Black Studies, American Indian/Indigenous Studies, Creole Studies, Pre-Law and Paralegal Studies, Criminal Justice, Political Science, Social Science, and Unified Public Safety Administration.

Entry requirements

The course page does not list specific admission criteria; prospective applicants should consult NSU Admissions for application steps, prerequisites and deadlines.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for roles that rely on research, analysis and communication. The program explicitly identifies career paths such as archivist, museum curator and historical consultant/researcher, and notes broader opportunities in law, education, public service, nonprofits and cultural institutions.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program page refers applicants to university admissions and degree resources for planning; students should review NSU’s centralized financial aid and scholarship information to identify merit or need-based support, internship funding, and departmental awards that may apply to history majors.