BA in History - Teaching in Logan United States | Utah State University

The History Department has earned distinction from the American Historical Association as one of just 12 exceptional history programs across the U.S. and Canada, honored for its exemplary teaching and academic leadership. The department particularly excels in studies of the modern American West, classical civilizations, early modern European history, and Atlantic World studies. Undergraduate history students at USU engage in comprehensive research projects, developing skills in research methodology, critical analysis, and effective communication under faculty guidance. These valuable abilities, cultivated through mentorship and international study options, prepare graduates for diverse professions. Approximately 30% of USU history alumni pursue teaching careers, while the majority enter law, healthcare, or business sectors.