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Actively Seeking Changemakers to explore the past for a better future.
History’s biggest lesson is not simply dates and facts, but how do we interpret what we’ve learned and apply those lessons for today. In our program you will learn to think critically, argue convincingly, write effectively so you can make the change you envision.
At Metropolitan State University of Denver, you will earn a history degree that gives you tremendous freedom to pick your own path, developing expertise in areas such as Colorado History, Latin-American History, African-American history, Women’s History, European History and more. You will also have access to internships, unique study abroad experiences and opportunities to present your senior seminar project.
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The Department of History offers real-world, relevant courses and new concentrations to match.
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Follow the semester-by-semester steps outlined in the CLAS Student Success Roadmap to ensure your success at MSU Denver.
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Benefits of Earning Your Degree at MSU Denver
The History degree program at MSU Denver offers you opportunities to stretch intellectually, creatively and professionally through internships, student involvement, and much more!
Four reasons to choose us:
1) Facilities and Resources
MSU Denver is located on the Auraria Campus, home to the one of the most historic neighborhoods in the Denver area. Vibrant and multicultural, the campus is close to numerous museums and cultural institutions, including: History Colorado, the Byers-Evans House, the Molly Brown House, the Colorado Historical Foundation, the American Museum of Western Art, the Black American West Museum and the Western History Collection at the Denver Public Library.
2) Exclusive Scholarships
MSU Denver is among the most affordable four-year universities in the nation. Not only do we offer a high quality education at a low cost, the Department of History offers two exclusive scholarships: the Columbine Scholarship and the History Department Endowed Scholarship. Apply and have the opportunity to earn FREE tuition money each year.
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3) Opportunities to Get Involved
Join our active student organizations to meet peers, make friends, gain leadership skills and find where you belong! The Department of History has three student-led organizations, History Club and Phi Alpha Theta Honor Society.
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4) Individualized Attention
Here you can study in one of the largest History Departments in Colorado. Our size and commitment to student learning allows us to provide a wider variety of course offerings, while allowing the kind of individualized attention that can lead to opportunities to present your research at regional and national conferences, as well as internships at places like: History Colorado, the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities and the Pueblo History Museum.
Career Opportunities for Our Graduates
Our graduates work in Education, Museums, Libraries, Finance and Law. And that’s just a start! Here are some of the specific career paths taken by MSU Denver alumni.
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- Secondary history teacher
- International history teacher
- Teach for America teacher (a program that trains and places diverse leaders to teach in underserved communities)
- Professor
- Lawyer
- Historian
- Librarian
- Colorado state legislator, mayor, politician
- Writer, journalist, biographer
Alumni at Work
MSU Denver History program alumni work in numerous organizations in Colorado and across the nation, and they continue their studies across the globe!
MSU Denver History alumni have been...
Denver Public Schools, Aurora Public Schools, Cherry Creek School District, Jefferson County Public Schools, Boulder Valley Public Schools, Adams 14 School District, Douglas County Schools, Holland and Hart (among other law firms), History Colorado, Denver Public Library, U.S. Geological Service, U.S. Forest Service, Whole Foods, Crocs, J.D. Edwards, Wells Fargo, Lockheed Martin, and Morgan, Angel and Associates.
Arizona State University, Cambridge University, Columbia University, Colorado State University, Glasgow University, Harvard University (Law), Iowa State University, Marine Corps Officer Candidate School, Middle Tennessee State University, Sacramento State University, University of Colorado, University of Denver, University of Illinois, University of Indiana, University of Kentucky, University of Leicester, University of Minnesota, University of Montana, University of Oregon (Law), University of Washington and University of Wyoming (Law).
Why Choose MSU Denver
Hispanic Serving Institution
MSU Denver has 36.7% Hispanic/Latinx students which the highest number of Hispanic/Latinx students among institutions of higher education in the state of Colorado.
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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
MSU Denver is dedicated to diversity, equity and inclusion and has been named one of the Top Colleges for Diversity by Insight Into Diversity for 10 consecutive years.
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Transfer Student Leader
50% of MSU Denver students are transfers. As the top transfer destination for Coloradans, our students make an immediate impact on our workforce and community.
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Contact the Department of History
Campus Location:
Central Classroom, Room 211
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 173362
Campus Box 27
Denver, Colorado 80217-3362