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Advanced Historical Studies
Undergraduate Certificate
Overview of advanced historical studies
If you're a student who want to go beyond the social studies education program, the Advanced Historical Studies certificate provides an opportunity to explore history in greater depth through advanced coursework. You can strengthen your content expertise, prepare for success in the classroom, and pursue an optional pathway toward an accelerated M.A. in History at CMU.
Program Snapshot
Location: On Campus
Program Length: 3 courses
Credit Hours: 9
What can I do with advanced historical studies?
This certificate provides social studies education majors with an opportunity to expand their base of content knowledge through more advanced and rigorous coursework in history. A stronger foundation in a content area has been linked to an increased ability to teach content in creative and engaging ways. Those who pursue and complete this certificate will also have the option to continue their studies to pursue a M.A. in History at CMU through an accelerated master's program.
While you may choose to complete just the certificate, the certificate also provides an accelerated path for majors who are interested in graduate studies in History. If you pursue this option, this pathway allows you to leverage your major electives and the certificate courses to potentially count to a future M.A. in History.
Highlights of advanced historical studies
As a student pursuing CMU’s Advanced Historical Studies certificate, you can:
- Stand out as a future teacher: Gain specialized historical knowledge that can help you create stronger, more engaging learning experiences for students.
- Explore your interests: Choose from a variety of advanced history courses that match your interests and career goals.
- Feel more prepared for the classroom: Strengthen your confidence in teaching one of the largest content areas in social studies.
- Challenge yourself: Take rigorous coursework that develops your research, writing, and critical thinking skills.
- Explore graduate study: If graduate school interests you, the certificate can provide a pathway toward earning an accelerated M.A. in History at CMU. In many school districts, a master’s degree may also lead to higher starting pay and additional career opportunities.
Accelerated master's in history
Earn your master's degree quicker and with more savings when you choose an accelerated master's in history.
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Careers in historical studies
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labors Statistics, employees with a formal history education often earn median salaries around $70,000. Many roles, including museum professionals and educators, draw on historical skills. Teaching experience, curriculum design, research, and persuasive writing also translate to positions in journalism and nonprofit administration.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Historian | $74,050 |
| Archivist | $57,100 |
| History Teacher Post-Secondary | $93,120 |
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