Why choose Cal State East Bay’s History programs?

Here’s what makes us unique:

Curriculum

• Thematic areas of study investigating the historical roots of present-day questions, including sustainability, migration, and social justice; we do not do generic history!
• You can choose your thematic focus, and can change it at any time, depending on the mix of classes you take. Flexible course scheduling, with on campus, hybrid, and 100% online asynchronous options;
• Collaborative and fun learning opportunities to share historical expertise with the public.

Connection

• Caring, individualized advising for timely graduation;
• Diverse faculty expertise with direct experience as first-generation scholars in higher education;
• Integrative support, with advisors and counselors who understand student needs and challenges;
• Robust History donor support, with nearly $30,000 in scholarships and awards given to History students every year.

Careers

• Early guidance around diverse career choices for History majors;
• Mentoring and internship opportunities, in a range of fields;
• Guided portfolio development for graduate school or employment applications;
• Extensive support for smooth transition to teacher credential programs.