What students report
88% recommend
Review sample
2reviews
- Sophomore150%
- Junior150%
What stands out
- Heavier workload. Workload is 0.3 points higher than the same major at other schools.
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Representative perspectives
I wish I’d known just how much writing it was, but also how useful it can be for understanding and noticing small details
Advice & things to know
I think that the career prospects in history are better than many people think, it teaches you a lot.
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Advice & things to knowMixed
I wish I’d known just how much writing it was, but also how useful it can be for understanding and noticing small details
- Still exploring careers
- Unsure about grad school
Careers & next stepsPositive
I think that the career prospects in history are better than many people think, it teaches you a lot.
- Interested in Finance & consulting · Research & academia +2
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