The combination of creativity, collaborative communication, and critical thinking skills fostered by the School of Arts and Humanities (A&H) makes this degree applicable to a variety of occupations. Aside from the mainstream career paths of teaching or working in archival and museum settings, students with a history degree may find employment in government, nonprofit or business organizations.

Students may also be certified to teach high school history through the UT Dallas Teacher Development Center. The University’s Career Center is an important resource for students pursuing postgraduate employment. Licensed counselors are available to provide strategies for mastering job interviews, writing professional cover letters and resumes, and connecting with campus recruiters, among other services.