Possible Careers

The graduate students from Western Illinois University have pursued a wide variety of successful careers in law, government service, business, journalism, education, and many other fields such as:

  • Attorney
  • Business Management
  • Congressional Aide
  • FBI Agent
  • Foreign Service officer
  • Intelligence Analyst
  • Judge
  • Museum Curator
  • Publishing

as well as being well prepared for pursuing further graduate study.

Why Choose History at WIU?
  • A Pre-Law History major that is the only program of its kind offered by a public university or college in Illinois
  • Highly individualized, professional advising helps our students plan for - and achieve - their success
  • Excellent departmental mentoring & support allows our majors, minors, and graduate students to successfully complete degrees in a timely fashion
  • A nationally and regionally ranked program with an excellent history for providing a high quality, affordable education