Be certain you are consulting the appropriate concentration page. Some concentrations changed with the introduction of new major requirements; others stayed the same. It is every major's responsibility to understand and fulfill the proper requirements.
Regional Areas of Concentration
Thematic Areas of Concentration
Although the new History Major does not offer concentrations in Urban History or History & Culture, most majors should find that their intellectual needs can be satisfied by one of the other concentrations. Remember that the new Major also allows students to forgo a concentration entirely. For information, continue reading.
General Curriculum (No Concentration)
Only for New Majors
You may find that no single concentration defines your interest in History and the History Major. For that reason, the choice of a concentration is optional. If you prefer not to declare a concentration, you must meet the general requirements for the Major. At least 4 of your courses (two of these may be your required seminars) should be above the 200-level. You will want to consult with your advisor about how best to balance a diversity of course offerings with a focus that also allow you to develop depth in the aspects of history you find most appealing.
Additional Information
You may change your concentration at any time. E-mail the Undergraduate Advisor, saying what you would like your concentration to be and who your current faculty advisor is. You may need to change advisors. If you need help finding a new advisor for your new concentration, please see the Undergraduate Advisor during walk-in hours.
Occasionally, students fulfill the requirements in two concentrations. However, only one concentration will appear on your diploma.
See also: Previous courses organized by concentration.
