The Department of History & Philosophy at Montana State offers a teacher education program option for students seeking careers in teaching secondary level history or social studies. Undergraduate students have opportunities to conduct research and work directly with faculty members on topics ranging from urban coyotes to the Butte mine, and internships at historical societies, museums and Yellowstone are an important part of the educational experience. The department provides students with the tools to think rigorously, to research and to articulate their thoughts coherently. Students who earn their degrees in the History Teaching Option may apply for state certification.
The History major at Montana State offers three additional Options Within a Major: History, Latin American & Latino Studies and Science, The Environment, Technology & Society (SETS). The History program also has five additional minors: History (Non-Teaching), History (Teaching), Japan Studies, Latin American & Latino Studies and Museum Studies.

