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Overview for History, General

A program that focuses on the general study and interpretation of the past, including the gathering, recording, synthesizing and criticizing of evidence and theories about past events. Includes instruction in historiography; historical research methods; studies of specific periods, issues and cultures; and applications to areas such as historic preservation, public policy, and records administration.

Careers for History, General Majors

A major in History, General is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

Colleges Offering a Major in History, General

Top 2 Alaska Colleges with the highest percentage of History, General among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK
 52
(6.0%)
Moderately Selective$14,110 
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
 13
(2.9%)
Less Selective$14,130 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.