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- More demanding. Difficulty is 0.5 points higher than the same major at other schools.
- Lower career outlook. Career prospects is 0.5 points lower than the same major at other schools.
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A history major is an exceptional opportunity if you are looking to develop analytical and communication skills. The program trains you to become a sophisticated reader and a persuasive writer, which are skills translatable to…
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A history major is an exceptional opportunity if you are looking to develop analytical and communication skills. The program trains you to become a sophisticated reader and a persuasive writer, which are skills translatable to many fields. That said, if you are not interested in grappling with difficult texts, constructing evidence-based arguments, and refining essays through multiple drafts, consider other majors that might better align with your goals and learning preferences.
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