College of Arts and Sciences
UVM history students develop flexible minds and sophisticated world views.

UVM history students develop flexible minds and sophisticated world views.

The word "history," Greek in origin, means "learning through inquiry," and that is precisely what our professors of history and their students do. At UVM the study of history is much more than memorizing dates, names, battles and treaties. Together, students and faculty discover and interpret the past by asking questions and conducting research. In the process, students become prepared to meet the challenges of a constantly changing and increasingly complex world. 

Studying History at UVM

ACADEMICS Why Study History at UVM?

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Excellence: Scholars and Teachers

Our faculty are award-winning teachers and world-renowned scholars, committed to sharing their love of history and search for historical insight with you, in and out of the classroom.
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Engagement: Curriculum and Research

Motivated by a shared passion for studying the past, our courses explore history as a way to understand the human condition, sharpen analytical abilities and develop excellent writing skills.
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Experience: Internships and Careers

History is the major with no limit, supporting critical thinking, analysis, and clear communication—crucial skills in any field. Our graduates have found success across a range of careers—including two UVM history graduates who have won Pulitzer Prizes.

Undergraduate Programs

History

B.A.

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: On-campus

History

Undergraduate Minor

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: On-campus

Graduate Programs

History

M.A.

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: On-campus

History

AMP

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: On-campus

Historic Preservation

M.S.

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: Online, On-campus

Historic Preservation

M.S.

College of Arts and Sciences

program formatFormat: Online, On-campus

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