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B.S./B.A. in History: Careers

Bachelor’s in History Career Opportunities

The online Bachelor’s in History degree from Eastern Oregon University delivers the skills you need to follow your passion for history into a variety of rewarding careers. The program provides a historical background for the study of other disciplines and the tools necessary for responsible citizenship to ensure you graduate ready to pursue a graduate degree or take the next step in your career.

  • $74,050 median annual salary for historians1
  • $64,580 median annual salary for high school teachers2
  • More than 64,000 Bachelor’s of History job openings each year through 20332

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there’s an abundance of Bachelor’s in History careers. Historian employment is projected to grow six percent from 2023 to 2033, and more than 64,000 job openings for high school teachers are expected to be available each year through 2033.

Historian

$74,050/YEAR

Historians conduct research on the past and examine historical artifacts to develop educational materials. Their work is often published and used in postsecondary classrooms.1

High School Teacher

$64,580/YEAR

High school teachers educate students in specific areas of study to prepare them for college or the workforce after graduation. Their responsibilities include planning lessons, assigning and grading coursework and evaluating the academic progress of each student.2

Additional Bachelor’s of History careers for graduates:

  • Archivist
  • Elementary school teacher
  • Museum curator
  • Paralegal
  • Researcher

Get in Touch

We are here to answer any questions you may have. Contact an enrollment counselor at 855-805-5399 or complete the request for information form and we will be in touch.

Program Outcomes: Bachelor’s of History Careers

When you complete this program, you will be able to:

  • Synthesize and discuss selected historical experiences in the Americas and in Europe.
  • Demonstrate a wide-ranging understanding of the core concepts, events and historiographical trends in selected areas of American and European history through written and oral work.
  • Apply mastered skills in historical research, critical thinking, reading and writing, and polished oral presentation of scholarly work in the workplace.
  • Express an understanding of the role of historical knowledge in shaping the narratives of a nation and a world, demonstrated through a critical understanding of how the use/misuse of history contributes to political, social and cultural interpretations, and how multiple historical discourse communities make history public.
  • Continue learning as an informed reader through advanced educational opportunities.

Career Support

Prepare for the role you want with the career support services offered by Eastern Oregon University. As a student and a graduate, you’ll benefit from a variety of services designed to help you stand out among employers and succeed professionally in your field.

Career Services

Eastern Oregon University Career Services offers in-person coaching and online resources to help students broaden their career choices and understand the value of their education in relation to employment. This includes outreach to all students in all academic programs, on and off campus, coupled with outreach to employers, service providers and government agencies.

Fieldwork/Practicum through EOU’s Career Services

EOU offers diverse fieldwork and practicum opportunities each term that allow students the mechanism to earn college credit tied directly to their current employment.

Career Readiness: Resume and Cover Letter Assistance

EOU Career Services has a robust collection of tutorials available to students, including information on resumes, cover letters, interview skills and soft skills.

Sources:

  1. Historians. April 18, 2025. Retrieved June 26, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/life-physical-and-social-science/historians.htm
  2. High School Teachers. April 18, 2025. Retrieved June 26, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/ooh/education-training-and-library/high-school-teachers.htm?utm_source=inhouse-other-internet&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=all&campaignid=70161000001CtDhAAK&vid=1000016