About History at CSUSB
If you’re passionate about the past and ready to take your knowledge to the next level, the Master of Arts in History at Cal State San Bernardino offers a dynamic and flexible graduate experience designed for aspiring historians, educators, and researchers.
Whether you plan to pursue a career in teaching, public history, research, or doctoral study, this program will help you:
- Deepen your understanding of historical events and global trends
- Strengthen your research, writing, and critical thinking skills
- Gain advanced training in historical theory, methods, and analysis
You’ll explore the historical foundations of today’s world, studying how people, ideas, and institutions have shaped our global society—while learning from expert faculty and engaging in meaningful academic inquiry.
Careers in History
Employment of historians is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. What follows are some roles you may hold once you’ve earned your master’s degree in history (some careers may require additional training and/or education):
- Historian
- Professor/educator
- Curriculum developer
- Public historian
- Intelligence analyst
- Policy analyst
- Lawyer
- Paralegal
- Archivist
- Librarian
- Curator
- Journalist/writer/editor/content strategist
- Genealogist
- Business/corporate historian
Meet Professor Tiffany Jones, Ph.D.
Opportunities for Students
Graduate students in the M.A. in history program have access to student clubs and organizations like The History Club and Phi Alpha Theta, scholarships, study abroad programs and internships, among other opportunities.