History
Bachelor's Degree Program
Earn your history degree online at UAF and take your education beyond the textbooks and into the real experience of uncovering the past. As a history major, youÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™ll learn to critically analyze the problems that have faced human societies throughout time and across geographies, as well as how humans have historically addressed those problems.
History majors learn to communicate effectively, think critically and research intensively É«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ” all skills that are highly valued by employers. Our history program will take you beyond the textbooks and into the real experience of uncovering the past, providing a lifelong foundation for professional success and intellectual growth.
The bachelorÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s in history includes a rigorous capstone experience in which youÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™ll have the opportunity to conduct research using primary sources and then present your findings. Another defining aspect of our program is your experience with faculty. Not only will you learn from award-winning professors, youÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™ll benefit from their close mentorship.
With a special emphasis on America, East Asia, Europe and the North, UAF's history program provides a solid academic foundation for students in É«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ and around the world.
Why Major in History?
By learning about the past, we gain a deeper understanding of the world in which we live. History provides context and perspective on the human condition. It gets you to think about problems that have faced humans across history and how we have addressed those problems. It also trains you in critical analysis, writing, research, public presentation and other very marketable skills that will be an asset in almost any career. More than job training, a major in history is an education that will enrich your whole life.
With a special emphasis on America, East Asia, Europe and the North, our online history degree is designed for students in É«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ and around the world. This is an excellent program for any student who is interested in gaining context and perspective on the human condition, and developing a deeper understanding of todayÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s world by learning about our past.
Get more information
Why Study History at UAF?
If youÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™re looking for a more personal learning experience, the history program at UAF delivers. We offer unique opportunities for hands-on undergraduate research and we have the people to support you on your journey. Here are some of the reasons to major in history at the University of É«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ Fairbanks.
- Design your own research project using primary sources from a variety of historical periods and present your findings.
- Learn from faculty who are internationally renowned scholars, award-winning researchers and published authors.
- Develop critical analysis, writing, research, public presentation and other marketable skills that will be an asset in almost any career.
- Participate in Phi Alpha Theta, an association of scholars and students interested in all fields of academic history.
Complete your History degree online
QM certifications are valid for five years.
Preview the Military History course
What Can You Do With Your BachelorÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s Degree in History?
Our history bachelorÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s degree graduates have gone on to successful careers in banking, business, health care, law, the military and much more. Others have gone on to prestigious graduate programs across the country and internationally.
Get Started on Your BachelorÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s Degree in History
Take the next step toward earning your bachelorÉ«ÊÓƵÏÂÔØ™s degree. We have the resources to help you get started.