International students can study the History at James Madison University at its main campus in Harrisonburg , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 23, 2027.

About Bachelor of History

Everything has a history.

The study of History emphasizes critical, applicable skills in reading, writing and reasoning to prepare students for careers in law, business and management, research, public service, and education. Our curriculum encourages students to explore various regions and eras through course work in the history studio, digital history projects and the study of artifacts, and provides opportunities for internship experiences and study abroad.

Explore the past to discover more about the world, your community and even yourself.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of History at James Madison University

Entry Requirements

In the Jordanian system: a minimum average of 70 on the 100 point grading scale. Or the equivalent in the U.S. system: a 'B' average or a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) on a 4.00 GPA grading scale. If your high school uses a different grading scale, please contact us.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may still be considered for admission. Please contact us to explain your situation.

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 81

Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of History

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Collections Intern at National Museum of the United States Army
USDA-ARS Entomology Museum Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Museum Education Intern at National Museum of the United States Army
Graduate Historic Research Intern at National Museum of the United States Army
2023 Academic Year Fall Internship at Whitney Museum of American Art
Education Intern (Fall 2023) at Virginia Museum of History & Culture
Information Technology Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Marketing Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Media Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Sports and Race Initiative Curatorial Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Center for the Study of Global Slavery Curatorial Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
African American and Afro-Caribbean Curatorial Research Assistant Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Social Justice Oral History Conversations Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Council Operations and Museum Initiatives Internship Fall 2023 at Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture
Magazine – Picture This Post Washington D.C. Calendar Manager - INTERNSHIP Summer 2023 at Picture This Post
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Magazine – Picture This Post Sacramento Calendar Manager - INTERNSHIP Summer 2023 at Picture This Post
Magazine – Picture This Post Research Triangle Calendar Manager - INTERNSHIP Summer 2023 at Picture This Post

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Project Manager (General) - Office of Engagement & External Partnerships - E214 at Fresno Unified School District
2024 Investments Generalist at Global Atlantic Financial Group
Project Maintenance & Operations Manager - Maintenance & Operations - E256 at Fresno Unified School District
USDA-ARS Research Field Crop Scientist Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
USFS ORISE Conservation Fisheries Genomics Internship at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
INROADS and Nestle - Quality Assurance Center Food Microbiology Internship (Columbus, Ohio) at INROADS
INROADS and Nestle - 2024 Procurement Summer Internship Program (Ohio and Virginia) at INROADS
Budget, Policy, and Project Research Fellow: Building Technologies Office at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Data, Policy, and Project Research Fellow: Building Technologies Office at Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education
Co-Op Internship - Mill Product & Metallurgy - Blytheville, AR at Tenaris
Intern at the Department of Justice at U.S. Department of Justice, Consumer Protection Branch
Student Internship: Real Estate Paralegal (Academic Credit) - Remote position at New York Habitat
National Wildlife Refuge Support Member - Mattamuskeet National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) at American Conservation Experience
Teen Leader Program and Outreach Assistant Coordinator - Vicksburg National Military Park at American Conservation Experience
Fall 2023- Customer Communications Intern - 90361152 - Wilmington at Amtrak
Fall 2023- Benefits Intern - 90361166 at Amtrak
Payroll and Benefits Internship at YMCA of the Rockies
Community Connection Member – Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge at American Conservation Experience

Project Manager (General) - Office of Engagement & External Partnerships - E214 at Fresno Unified School District
Project Maintenance & Operations Manager - Maintenance & Operations - E256 at Fresno Unified School District
Fall Interns at The ICCF Group
Research Internships – Online/Onsite at Rumi Forum
Marketing and Communications Internships – Onsite at Rumi Forum
Internship Opportunity - City Manager's Office at City of Harrisonburg
Events Intern, San Jose, CA at Markham Group
Events Intern, Los Angeles, CA at Markham Group
Events Intern, Washington DC at Markham Group
Graphic Design Intern at Markham Group
Operations Intern at Markham Group
Production Intern at Markham Group
Finance Internship at Markham Group
Social Media Internship at Markham Group
Public Policy Intern at PFM (Public Financial Management)
Dental Access Coordinator at Jacksonville Urban League
Government Relations Intern at Corn Refiners Association
Trade Policy & Economics Intern at Corn Refiners Association
Fall 2023 DNC Design Internship at Democratic National Committee

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Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of History at James Madison University

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Bachelor of History at James Madison University

There are two freshman application options to choose from and you only need to submit one. We have no preference between the two application platforms.

We recommend selecting the option that best complements your college search and application process. If you're unsure which to select

Transfer applicants use the ApplyWeb Application. Due to technical difficulties JMU does not accept the Common App for transfer appplicants.