History

Program Type
Undergraduate Major
Degree
Bachelor of Art (BA)
Modes of Study
Blended;In person

Tuition & fees

Costs include tuition, fees, & other costs such as books. See cost details

Financial aid

On average, 92% of enrolled students who file a FAFSA receive an offer. 91% of offers include scholarships, grants, waiver, and/or work-study. Explore aid

Program duration

Typical completion time: 4 years. Flexible options may save time. Explore options

Admissions

SAT & ACT scores optional. Early action & year-round admissions. View application process & deadlines

Program Highlights

  • Gain work experience and earn credits by participating in an internship with a museum, historical society, or archive.
  • Choose your focus area from topics such as American History, Women’s History, Ancient and Modern European history, and more.
  • Learn from accomplished faculty, including Fullbright recipients and distinguished professional historians.
  • Benefit from our partnerships with organizations including the Maine State Museum, Maine Historical Society, Maine Humanities Council, Greater Portland Landmarks, and Maine Women Writers Collection.
  • Study abroad for either a semester or a full year and explore history worldwide.

Expected career outcomes

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Program requirements

Historical education broadens students’ perspectives because it covers people and places far removed from their own experiences. Courses explore world history, United States history, African American history, Native American history, Indigenous Peoples in the Atlantic World, the Islamic Near East, and East Asia.

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Diverse, accomplished faculty

Our faculty, comprised of professional historians and a Fullbright scholar, regularly present their work at national and international conferences and publish in journals and books.

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Looking ahead to graduate school?

Our Accelerated Graduate Pathways to the University of Maine School of Law and the UMaine History Master’s program can save you time and money in earning your graduate degree.

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Scholarship opportunities

Scholarships offer valuable financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. You’ll be automatically considered for Merit Scholarships when you apply for admission by the deadline. Additional opportunities are available.

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