A History major at Grace College will explore the ins and outs of the world’s exciting, complex past. As you consider an array of colleges with History majors near you in the midwest, be assured that when you find your way to Winona Lake, Indiana, you will discover a top college for History taught with a Christian worldview. A Grace College History degree will help you make workable connections between the ancient and the modern world, preparing you to weigh questions and create conversation in a Christian college context.
This program is for you if you are serious about creating an impact in a History career. With a bachelor’s degree in History, you will be required to get real-world experience ensuring you are equipped for jobs in teaching, archiving, curating, and countless other areas.
Whether you’re interested in the ancient world, medieval and European history, American studies, world history or even public history, you’ll find this is an exciting degree program with plenty of potential for academic and professional careers. This degree is recommended for those who want to build professional skills through studying the past as well as those who want to pursue graduate school in preparation for a wide range of academic careers. The major culminates with the History Capstone Seminar and a senior thesis.
Future Historian, the way forward is Grace.
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Professor of American and World History; Program Director, History and Political Science
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Professor of European and World History; Pre-law Advisor; Director, Winona History Center
of history majors complete hands-on learning experiences
different career fields chosen by history majors across the nation
visitors who visit the Winona History Center and Billy Sunday Historic Home annually
Our History major faculty and staff are expertly skilled in their fields and they care about your goals, future, and well being.
Meet Our School of Arts & Humanities FacultyAt the heart of a Grace education are academically challenging courses that are specifically designed to foster a thirst for character, competence, and service within the hearts and minds of our students.
Learn More About Our Values“There’s so much to learn once you are on site. Everything you learn in classes like ‘Artifacts and Exhibits’ and ‘Ancient History' is brought to life. There’s something special about witnessing biblical archaeology. It’s stirring. It’s powerful.”
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