Uses of a History Major Uses of a History Major Understanding the complexities of the human experience is the historian's goal. The history major broadens the student's knowledge about his or her own society and its past, and introduces the student to other cultures. It also prepares the student for a variety of career opportunities. Students wishing to pursue careers as college professors can go on to graduate school. The Social Studies major leads to careers in middle school or high school.
Law schools take a third of their candidates from History majors.
Government activity at local, state and federal levels depends on historical knowledge and the skills acquired in the study of history. Editing, both for book publishing and the communications media, requires similar skills and historical knowledge. Historical sites, museums and libraries employ persons with academic backgrounds in history. Most jobs in business and industry are open to liberal arts graduates with an historical background. Art historian Historic site administrator Check the Dictionary of Occupational Titles under section 052 for additional related careers.