Investigate the past and improve your analytical, research and writing skills for graduate study or a variety of careers.
A bachelor’s degree in history involves the study of people in different times and places, which develops moral judgment and expands our understanding of power, cultures, worldviews and what it is to be human. A history major will help you be prepared for further graduate studies, as well as the intellectual demands of many other professions, including law, education, journalism, civil service and business.
A bachelor’s degree in history will open the door to a variety of rewarding careers for you. You can make your mark in law, nonprofits, business, international affairs, lobbying or advocacy. A history major can also help you go on to pursue an advanced degree to become a history professor, lawyer, archivist, librarian, political consultant or writer.
Just in time for the upcoming presidential election, “American Ideas in Full Color” is now open to visitors on the First Floor Gallery of the Swirbul Library. This exhibition focuses on the importance of voting, and showcase different historical political memorabilia dating back to the 1910s.
Miguel Velasquez ’23, MA ’24, a bilingual history major who was Adelphi’s 2021 Newman Civic Fellowship winner, has already secured a teaching position—in the same school where he held his Adelphi internship.
Undergraduate research fellow and history major Thea Crouch spent her summer uncovering the history of Garden City and learned that the Cathedral of the Incarnation sold land to Adelphi for its campus.
At Adelphi, research is highly valued for undergrads as well as graduate students. This summer, six undergraduates are making new discoveries—inside and out of the lab.
Four history majors—Anisa Sinclair ’22, sophomore Joseph D’Andrea, junior Anujot Kaur and junior Beth Ceriello—gained valuable experience through their summer internships, including at Fintech in Action, the Cradle of Aviation Museum, Connecticut's Mystic Seaport Museum and an elementary school.
I had brilliant professors who helped me develop my critical thinking and writing skills. I loved my academic experience at Adelphi.
Sarah O’Connor ’16
The history minor introduces you to the diversity of the human experience while developing your skills in writing, critical thinking and moral judgment. By studying different cultures throughout history, you will expand your understanding of what it is to be human.
Students in this program are also eligible to enter STEP, which allows you to earn a master’s degree and prepare for teacher certification with one additional year, saving you time and tuition costs.
Micah Oelze, PhD, assistant professor, accompanied his sophomore seminar class on a trip to the renowned New York Public Library
As a history major student, you’ll have numerous opportunities to learn and connect outside the classroom. You can be an active participant in the Student History Society, which plans several trips and on-campus events throughout the year. History majors also have the opportunity to attend and present at regional and national conferences.
Our students gain real-world experience through a variety of internship opportunities at organizations such as:
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements:
All history bachelor’ degree undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
Camille Pajor ‘09, MBA ’16 is an accomplished humanitarian and honors graduate who returned to Adelphi to lead a history class on Ukraine with associate professor Martin Haas, PhD
