Social Studies
A degree in Social Studies from Minnesota State University Moorhead will prepare you exceptionally well for a career teaching middle and high school history and social sciences. At MSUM, you’ll get an in-depth knowledge of history while learning effective techniques, allowing you to become the best teacher you can be.
With a student-faculty ratio of 17:1 at MSUM, you’ll get the individual attention you deserve as you delve into complicated aspects of the field.
A broad foundational knowledge of human history through diverse curriculum is designed to give you a global historical perspective and improved communication, research and critical thinking skills.
You’ll spend time observing, assisting and teaching in local classrooms for more than 100 hours prior to your student teaching experience, so you’ll be exceptionally prepared to lead your own classroom.
Gain real-world experience by participating in one or more of the many learning opportunities available to Social Studies majors. From studying abroad to conducting research with peers and professors, there are ample opportunities for hands-on learning.
Enrich your education with applied learning at MSU Moorhead. Observe and assist in local classrooms, study abroad in Norway, or conduct research with peers and professors.
You might also be interested in…
History | Communication Arts & Literature Education | English | Sociology
MSUM’s social studies program provides a broad diverse foundational knowledge of human history. You will identify and evaluate differences in historical interpretation, recognize bias, understand and interpret events in historical writings in their appropriate context. Here is just a sample of social studies careers that are predicted to have major job growth through this decade.
What Are Some Common Social Studies Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher | 5% | $62,000 |
| Historian | 4% | $64,000 |
| Lawyer | 10% | $128,000 |