The graduate program at the University of Southern Mississippi provides the opportunity for graduate students to work closely with nationally recognized scholars in their fields. A USM history degree provides career opportunities in academia, primary and secondary education, state and federal governments, and museums and archives.

There are many great history departments throughout the country. What makes the Department of History at The University of Southern Mississippi unique is the breadth of our course offerings, our nationally recognized programs, and our committed faculty. We are big enough to offer quality programs, yet personal enough to give both undergraduate and graduate students individual attention. It is a great place to learn.

The Department of History's faculty include award-winning authors and teachers -- nationally acknowledged experts in their fields. Students in the Department of History have the opportunity to explore the histories of North America (with a special emphasis on the American South), Africa, and Europe. We are a leading institution for the study of war and society, are a regional leader in preparing students to teach history, and have