Is a History Concentration Right for You?

You don’t have to know exactly what you want to do with your career to be successful in the Liberal Arts Associate Degree with a concentration in History. This program is designed for students who are curious about the world, enjoy learning, and want to develop skills that can open doors to many different careers.

You may thrive in this program if you:

• Love learning about the past and want to understand how it influences the world today.
• Are curious and ask questions about people, cultures, events, and why societies change.
• Enjoy reading, writing, and discussion and want to become a stronger communicator.
• Like putting pieces together and using evidence to understand complex issues.
• Think critically and enjoy looking at a topic from different perspectives.
• Are interested in people and their stories and want to understand experiences different from your own.
• Want a versatile degree that can prepare you for many different career paths.
• Are considering a career in education, law, government, museums, public service, communications, or nonprofit organizations.
• Plan to continue to a bachelor's degree and want an affordable, supportive place to begin your four-year education.
• Are returning to college or starting college later in life and want a degree that builds valuable skills while keeping your future options open.

You Don't Have to Be a "History Person"

You don't need to memorize every date, know every historical figure, or have a lifelong passion for history to succeed.

Successful History students are engaged, curious, willing to ask questions, and open to seeing the world from different perspectives. Along the way, you'll develop skills in research, writing, communication, analysis, and critical thinking that extend far beyond the history classroom.

Where Can a History Degree Take You?

A degree in History can open the door to much more than a career in a museum or classroom. You’ll develop highly transferable skills in research, writing, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, analysis, and understanding different perspectives—skills that are valuable across many industries.

With an Associate Degree

The Liberal Arts Associate Degree with a concentration in History can prepare you for entry-level opportunities and provide a strong foundation for continued education. Depending on your interests and experience, potential career areas include:

• Administrative and office support
• Customer service and community relations
• Government and public-sector support
• Library and archival support
• Museum and cultural organization support
• Nonprofit and community organizations
• Tourism and historical sites
• Communications and public relations support
• Research and information services
• Business and organizational support

Just as importantly, your associate degree provides a strong academic foundation for transferring into a bachelor's degree program.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in History

Completing a Bachelor’s degree in History can significantly expand your career options. Graduates can pursue careers in areas such as:

• Education and teaching – with the appropriate teacher licensure pathway
• Museums, archives, and historic sites
• Public history and cultural preservation
• Government and public administration
• Nonprofit organizations
• Law and legal services – particularly as preparation for law school
• Public policy and advocacy
• Research and historical consulting
• Writing, editing, and communications
• Journalism and media
• Libraries and information services – with additional education as required
• Genealogy and historical research
• Business and management
• Human resources
• Community and economic development

Your History Degree Is a Foundation for What's Next

One of the greatest advantages of studying History is the flexibility it provides. You aren't preparing for just one career—you are developing a set of skills that can take you in many directions.

At UC Clermont, you can begin with the Liberal Arts Associate Degree with a History concentration and then continue directly into the University of Cincinnati College of Arts and Sciences to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in History.

Whether your goal is to become a teacher, work in a museum, pursue a career in government, attend law school, work in communications, or explore a career you haven't even considered yet, your journey can begin at UC Clermont.

Study the past. Develop skills for today. Build your future.

Academic advising is an essential part of your educational experience. 
We are committed to providing advice and assistance throughout your academic journey. You and your advisor work together to create an academic plan based on your goals. 
 
Questions? Email us at clermont.advising@uc.edu or call 513-558-8317 to schedule an appointment.

UC Clermont students have access to free tutoring and academic support services through the Learning Commons. The Learning Commons provides centralized academic support for all University of Cincinnati students by bringing together faculty, best practices in teaching and learning, and hundreds of outstanding peer educators to create flexible academic success programming. Free services available to UC Clermont students include group review sessions, success skills workshops, and tutoring in writing, math, science, and more. Services are available on campus or virtually. Visit the Learning Commons webpage for more information or schedule an appointment.

Academic Writing Center (AWC) – The Academic Writing Center (AWC) offers tutoring for all stages of the writing process, from brainstorming to incorporating research. The AWC is not course-specific and can help with discipline-specific documents, as well as non-course-based writing. To make an appointment, click here or stop by the Front Desk on the first floor of the Fred Marcotte Library.

Group Review Sessions (GRS) – Group Review Sessions (GRS) are small study groups, led by a peer leader, that meet to review content that is covered in course-supported lectures each week. Find the list of supported courses on the Learning Commons website.

Drop-In Study Tables:  Drop-in study tables are small group tutoring tables based on your course where you can collaborate with fellow students and learn from your table leader. No appointments needed! All drop-in study tables are in-person in the Learning Commons on the 1st floor of the Fred Marcotte Library in Jones 120. You can view the up-to-date study table schedule on the Learning Commons website.

Peer Tutoring – Peer tutoring sessions are one-on-one with a subject-specific tutor to answer questions and help you master content in more than 200 undergraduate courses, including subjects such as math, science, languages, and business. Schedule appointments up to 7 days in advance for one-hour, 90-minute,e or two-hour sessions. If you notice your desired course is not offered, please let us know. 

Canvas Navigator Workshop – Designed to help students who are new to college and need help navigating their coursework online. The workshop shows students how to access their course materials, publisher homework, quizzes, textbooks, academic services like tutoring, and more. Students who attend this workshop can expect to gain clarity on what they need to do on a weekly basis to stay on track with their coursework throughout the semester, which helps students stay motivated, leading to greater confidence and success in their courses.  Visit

Math Placement Test Workshop – Offered to prospective and current UC students who want to brush up on their math skills before taking the Math Placement Test. A UC Clermont professional tutor leads the free synchronous online workshop. The three-week workshop series is offered monthly except in January. It is recommended that students sign up for all three weeks to get the maximum benefit from these workshops.

Math for Science Students Workshop – Designed for students enrolled in entry-level biology and chemistry courses, these workshops cover foundational math concepts that students need to succeed in their science courses. A UC Clermont tutor leads the synchronous online workshops. The workshop repeats each week, starting the week before classes begin and continuing through week 3 of the semester.

In order to graduate from UC Clermont, a student must:

• Complete all required course work and program requirements.
• Obtain at least a 2.0 university grade point average.
• Be in good academic standing; that is, not on academic or disciplinary probation or suspension.
• Meet the college's residency requirement of 20 semester credit hours.
• File formal application for the degree by the posted semester of graduation deadline.

You must be in good academic standing at the college or university you last attended. We accept transfer applications all year long and you can start any semester, provided your transcripts arrive in time to be evaluated before the start of the semester you wish to attend.

If you have not taken college-level mathematics or English, you will need to take the placement test.

Other UC students may transfer into Clermont College by completing the application for change in college and program. You are urged to see your advisor before transferring into a different major to minimize any impact on your degree progress.

You must demonstrate English proficiency. You must also meet admissions deadlines and visa requirements, and provide documentation of sufficient funds before we can complete your admission. Please call the International Admissions Office (513) 556-2069 for details or email with questions.

Learn more about becoming an international student at UC Clermont.