Penn State Altoona History Department

Penn State Altoona History Department We offer diverse and rewarding levels of study that allow students to excel as leaders through historical research and career-building opportunities.

The Bachelor of Arts in History major at Penn State Altoona is well-suited for students interested in a variety of private- and public-sector careers. These include preparation for entry into the fields of law, historical preservation and museums, government and community service, librarianship, business, and education. History majors will develop skills in research, writing, synthesis of disparat

e information, and knowledge of foreign cultures. Students in the History major will choose an emphasis in at least two of the three major world areas offered, including Western civilization, the United States, and non-Western civilizations. Students majoring in History will also choose from upper- and lower-level courses in American history, European history, Non-Western history, Public History, environmental history, the history of science, and the history of women. The senior capstone will consist of either a major research project or an internship where the student can explore public-history career options while gaining valuable workplace experience.

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3000 Ivyside Park/C129D Smith Building
Altoona, PA
16601

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(814)9495242

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