Indiana Wesleyan University, Marion

What you'll study

Coursework covers broad world history from ancient eras to the present and trains students in historical methods and source evaluation. The curriculum includes specific classes such as "Making History: Historians, Historical Techniques and Historiography" and a "History Research Seminar" where students learn to conduct historical research. Students may specialise in regional studies for deeper focus and are expected to develop proficiency in a foreign language relevant to graduate work or careers requiring language skills. Program-specific course listings include: HST-185, HST-190, HST-290, HST-449, HST-450, HST-211, HST-212, HST-256, HST-280. For a complete list of courses and prerequisites, the IWU course catalog should be consulted.

Entry requirements

Applicants should demonstrate a typical U.S. high school preparatory pattern: 8 credits in language arts (4 years); 6–8 credits in mathematics (3–4 years); 6 credits in science (3 years); 6 credits in social studies (3 years); 4 credits in foreign language (2 years); 2 credits in health/physical education/safety (1 year); and 4–6 credits from other courses (2–3 years). Candidates who do not meet regular admission standards may seek special consideration or entrance via the Foundations program; supplemental materials or an admissions counselor interview may be required. Individuals without a high school diploma must submit satisfactory TASC, GED or HiSET scores.

Career prospects

The programme lists potential career paths including history teacher, historian, curator, archaeologist, various arts and education teacher roles, tour guide, credit checker, area/ethnic/cultural studies teacher, geography teacher, political science teacher, philosophy/religion teacher and middle school teacher. Graduates may also use the degree as preparation for graduate-level history study or other professions that value research and analytical skills.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

IWU provides resources about tuition and fees and highlights institutional support services such as the Center for Student Success. The university references measures of cost and outcomes, and prospective students are encouraged to review IWU's tuition information and net price calculator and to contact financial aid offices about scholarships, grants and other funding options.