Department of History

History at MSU Denver

“We are not makers of history. We are made by history.” -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

What can you do with a History degree? Let the record show: plenty. Along with a clear, concrete understanding of the past, MSU Denver’s History majors are critical thinkers, good writers and adept researchers. Combine that with interdisciplinary thinking and never-ending curiosity, and our graduates are well-equipped to fit into any career path they choose to follow. 

History degrees are offered at just about every university in the world, so what makes MSU Denver stand out above the rest? For starters, the beautiful Auraria Campus is historic in its own right. Home to the oldest brewery in the state, Auraria nearly became the capital city of Colorado. Even walking alongside the Victorian houses of the 9th Street Historic District feels as if you’ve taken a step back in time. 

Whatever subject matter you’d like to study, you can learn about it at MSU Denver. Our faculty’s expertise covers most of the globe, and you can choose from dozens of concentrations for your undergraduate degree. Whether you choose to study medieval history, American history, ancient Greece, World War II or baseball, the Department of History at MSU Denver can offer you a fulfilling education.

General Studies:

The University requires that all students take one three-hour course in the Historical General Studies Category. Most lower-division History courses count as Historical General Studies courses, but you should speak to an advisor to be certain. See the current university catalog for the list of General Studies courses. For a listing of History General Studies, Global Diversity, and Multicultural Credit options please check the Current Catalog.

Career Prospects

• Effective writing
• Critical analysis
• Research
• Interdisciplinary thinking and training
• Curiosity
• Inquisitiveness

Our history program options