American History United States Major

Description: A program that focuses on the development of American society, culture, and institutions from the Pre-Columbian period to the present. Includes instruction in American historiography, American history sources and materials, historical research methods, and applications to the study of specific themes, issues, periods, and institutions. Is American History United States the right major for you?
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American History United States Major

What Courses Do American History United States Majors Take?

The required and elective courses you would take for American History United States majors vary considerably among institutions. Courses are listed here that are illustrative of the breadth of topics you are likely to experience were you to major in this field.

  • Art
  • Composition
  • History
  • Language and Culture
  • Mathematics
  • Speech
  • Statistics