The talents honed in the study of history are in demand more than ever for careers in every area. Whether you picture yourself investigating the past, sharing it with others, or applying the intellectual strengths of a historian to law, business, or another competitive field, the History program at Quincy University will prepare you for success. History faculty members require and foster high levels of academic achievement through challenging coursework and instructional approaches that sharpen individual performance. They will encourage you to reach your personal best and to discover the excitement of authentic historical research and its impact on our lives. The History program sponsors a chapter of Phi Alpha Theta international honor society to recognize academic excellence and promote historical research. If you're considering a law career, History's focus on research, analysis, and communication will make it an appealing choice. Many History majors choose to participate in the Pre-Law program, which integrates complementary coursework and internship experiences. If you're attracted to teaching, Quincy's Social Science Certification program offers unparalleled learning opportunities.

Graduate and professional degree programs welcome Quincy History majors. Our graduates have completed study at Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge, the Sorbonne, the University of Chicago, the University of Notre Dame, St. Louis University, and the University of Edinburgh. History graduates currently hold such positions as: * College professor * Historian, National Park Service * Attorney * Museum curator * Stockbroker * High school teacher * Middle school teacher * Historian, Abraham Lincoln Home.