Bachelor in History

Tuition costs 39,853 USD per year. Applications for the Aug 2027 intake close on Dec 1, 2026.

The Bachelor in History at Indiana University Bloomington is a 4-year program that helps students understand our changing world. It's for students who want to develop skills to retrieve and interpret the past. The program offers a strong foundation in history and prepares students for various careers.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like historical research, critical thinking, and writing. Students learn to interpret sources and stories from the past, recognizing patterns of information and developing techniques for clear writing. The program also includes hands-on components, such as analyzing historical documents and creating persuasive arguments.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Historians, Archivists, Museum Curators, Policy Analysts, or Editors. They can work in industries like education, government, or non-profit organizations, and can be employed by companies like historical societies, museums, or publishing houses.

Indiana University Bloomington, established in 1820, is the flagship campus of the Indiana University system and a dynamic choice for international students seeking a comprehensive research university experience. The campus combines a broad liberal arts tradition with professional programs across business, arts and sciences, education and health. With a large and active student population and thousands of international peers, IU Bloomington offers both the scale of major research activity and the close-knit campus culture that supports personal growth.

The university delivers a wide portfolio of programs—spanning hundreds of majors and minors—alongside around 575 distinct academic pathways, enabling students to tailor study plans to academic and career goals. Students benefit from research opportunities, practicum placements, industry partnerships and modern facilities that support innovation and experiential learning. Faculty are engaged researchers and mentors who guide classroom learning and hands-on projects that prepare graduates for competitive careers and further study.

Campus life in Bloomington is lively and inclusive, with student organizations, arts and cultural events, volunteer opportunities and strong career services to support internships and job placement. International students have access to advising, orientation, language support and global engagement programs that ease adjustment and build networks. Whether you plan to pursue graduate study, research or professional practice, IU Bloomington combines academic depth, community engagement and practical pathways to help you succeed.