Historians are the masters of establishing meaning by studying the people and artifacts that came before us. The study of history is ideal for students interested in developing career skills in research, writing, argumentation, and documentation.
History students learn to interpret and give meaning to the events of the past, which can often provide insights into why things are the way they are today. Such skills are transferable to wide variety of fields including journalism, the law, analytics, and law enforcement.
Being a history teacher rates 4 out of 5 (highly satisfied) in career satisfaction. History teachers make $71,000 a year at mid-career.