Bachelor's in History

Middlebury College, renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, global engagement, and language education, Middlebury offers a comprehensive undergraduate experience that emphasizes critical thinking, cultural exploration, and interdisciplinary learning. At Middlebury College, the integration of rigorous academics with immersive experiences is central to its educational philosophy. The college's Language Schools and Schools Abroad programs, as well as its global partnerships, provide students with unparalleled opportunities for cross-cultural understanding and language proficiency. With a vibrant campus culture and a dedicated faculty, Middlebury fosters an environment where students can flourish intellectually and personally. Through its commitment to academic rigor, cultural enrichment, and global perspectives, Middlebury College prepares graduates to excel in their careers while fostering a deep sense of appreciation for the complexities of our interconnected world.

The Middlebury History Department offers courses that aim at the broadest geographical and thematic diversity. Whether you are interested in the drama of the American Civil War, women heretics in Medieval Europe, the environmental impact of colonialism in Africa, the rise of Islamic empires, the shaping of Brazilian culture, or the ideology of the Chinese Revolution, you will find it here. History is essential to all knowledge because everything has a past. History majors at Middlebury learn to craft arguments and tell stories based on primary and secondary documents from geographical regions and peoples from across the globe. All majors take courses in a variety of fields and familiarize themselves with different ways of interpreting the past.