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History Major

The Associate of Arts/Science

Contact Information
Dr. Lawrence Gundersen
731-424-3520 ext. 258
lgundersen@jscc.edu

Program and Career Description

The history courses offered at JSCC are concerned primarily with objectively understanding the human past, the world’s civilizations, our American heritage, and the history of Tennessee. A study of history produces an educated citizenry capable of understanding today’s increasingly complex global interaction. Careers in which a history degree is beneficial are numerous. Students completing a bachelor’s degree in history may seek careers as writers, in film, in secondary education, and as politicians. Students completing a master’s degree or higher in history may seek careers in higher education.

Transfer Options

At Jackson State, we work hard to make sure that you graduate with your associate’s degree and arrive at a university prepared to start junior-level courses. That’s why we have special articulation agreements with Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR) schools that allow students completing the Associate of Arts/Science History degree to transfer as juniors. TBR universities with history degrees include:

Other schools in West Tennessee with history degrees include the University of Tennessee at Martin, Lambuth University, Lane College, Freed-Hardeman University, , and Union University. Students may require additional courses at these universities prior to becoming a junior.

Accreditation Information

Jackson State Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Career Beginning Salary Range Experienced Salary Range Projected % Job Growth Through 2012
History Preservationists $24,500 to $28,600 $29,800 to $42,025 NA
Teacher (College) $25,440 to $37,105 $46,075 to $85,275 33%
Archivists $24,800 to $25,100 $34,400 to $51,400 18%
Teacher (High School) $27,600 o $31,700 $37,400 to $52,600 16%
Museum Curator $22,583 average $40,877 average NA

Statistics are based on information provided by the Tennessee Career Information Delivery System. www.tcids.tbr.edu and by www.bls.gov. Salaries are not guaranteed.