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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 3 Nevada Colleges with the highest percentage of History, General among the 2007-2008 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded/
Percentage
SelectivityTuition
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV
 48
(1.3%)
Less Selective$15,100 
University of Nevada-Reno
Reno, NV
 25
(1.2%)
Less Selective$16,540 
Nevada State College
Henderson, NV
 1
(0.5%)
Less Selective$11,350 
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Degrees awarded represents the number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2007-2008 graduating class.