Careers and Outcomes
Research, curate and educate
Shape your future with an open door to many career paths.
A master's degree in history can lead you to pursue roles in education, law and more.
Chronicle your post-master's journey
Thinking about what your next step is? A Master of Science in History (MS) degree can prepare you for what comes after graduation:
- Prepare for doctoral (PhD) programs: Many MSU alumni have been accepted by prestigious PhD programs.
- Career preparation: The rest are ready to start their careers. They go on to work in museums, libraries, universities and other professional institutions.
What careers can you pursue with a master's degree in history?
A master's degree can help you gain prestige and confidence in your interests.
Your credentials can prepare you for a variety of jobs including:
- Archivist
- Government historian
- Intelligence specialist
- Lawyer
- Lecturer or professor
- Librarian
- Museum curator
Want to take your goals a step further?
A doctorate degree can provide you with fulfilling careers like:
- Professor in higher education
- Archive and institute administrator
- Public history administrator
- Editor
Careers and outcomes: Shape your future in history
A master's degree in history makes you even more employable in an impactful industry.
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Use your history expertise to unlock diverse paths. Build a meaningful future in research, preservation and more.
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