The history major explores every aspect of the human experience politics, economics, religion, social issues, and art. It's a discovery of our humanity and our complexity. History helps people think critically about the past, present, and future. There are two history majors: history and military history. Students may also apply for the five-year Advanced Degree Program to earn a Master's degree. History majors actively question how our world came to be. Whatever the issue, place, or era, history trains you to look below the surface and understand its deeper roots. Most Marquette History majors pair their studies with a second major or a minor such as Political Science, Business, Education, Film and Media Studies, International Affairs, or Criminology and Law Studies. As a history major, you may choose to focus on a single country, region, or theme. Regardless, you will gain global awareness by taking at least one upper-level course each in U.S., European, and African, Asian, or Latin American history, in addition to choosing from a broad suite of introductory courses. Many history majors study abroad, including with Marquette faculty-led programs (most recently, to South Africa, Cuba, and Guatemala). Students of history strive to understand the past on its own terms. Our alumni are more comfortable with complexity and diversity because they've explored many different historical experiences and any controversies around them, always seeking out new perspectives.
