Cost & earnings at Wisconsin Lutheran College What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn
History graduates earn a median $29,685 Across 1,267 US programmes, two years after finishing
See the degree grade →An undergraduate major focused on American, European and world history that trains students to gather, evaluate and communicate historical evidence. Suited to students who enjoy research, argumentation, and ethical reflection on past events and their relevance to the present.
Students study traditional geographic and thematic areas of history with attention to evidence-based argument and independent research. Coursework trains you to evaluate sources critically, to construct well-documented arguments from primary and secondary materials, and to interpret historical developments in ways that connect to contemporary issues. Faculty scholarship and classroom activities inform course content.
The source material describes the programme as a major within the college; specific admissions requirements or prerequisites are not provided on the page and should be confirmed with Wisconsin Lutheran College admissions.
A history major prepares graduates for roles that use research, interpretation and communication skills—examples given include teaching, archiving, and museum curation—as well as for careers where transferable skills in analysis and writing are valued. The program also supports students pursuing graduate study.
The department offers experiential and scholarly opportunities that can enhance competitiveness for fellowships and graduate admissions, including tutoring, research assistantships, internships (regional museums and living-history sites are noted), involvement in the Student History Association, and recognition through the college's chapter of Phi Alpha Theta. For program-specific scholarships and financial aid, consult the college's financial aid office.
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