On Campus
The Department of History at the University of Nebraska at Kearney gives students a working knowledge of past events, people, ideas and values in the United States and in other parts of the world. Students will gain an understanding of contemporary society from a social science perspective that includes multi-cultural and global contexts. The history department’s courses prepare students for a variety of careers from graduate school to teaching.
UNK’s teacher education programs offers an unmatched reputation and legacy that our graduates take with them to their schools and throughout their careers. Each member of our faculty teaches courses at all levels from freshman surveys through graduate seminars. Many have won awards that recognize the high quality of their scholarship, teaching and service.
Those interested in becoming teachers in Nebraska must first be admitted to a Nebraska approved educator preparation program. The Praxis® Core Academic Skills for Educators tests are the approved Basic Skills test for program admission. Passing scores must be achieved in Reading, Writing and Mathematics.
Credit Hours
General Studies requirement has been reduced to 30 credit hrs allowing more freedom and making it easier to transfer to UNK.
Degree Received
Social Science 7-12 Teaching Field Endorsement, Bachelor of Arts in Education
Per Credit Hour
With the New Nebraskan Scholarship all undergraduate students pay in-state tuition
UNK’s new general studies curriculum requires fewer hours, eases transferring, and gives students greater flexibility in earning their degree. This reduced the general studies credit requirement from 45 hours to 30 hours. The 4-year class schedule below is a sample timeline for progress toward a Social Science 7-12 Teaching Field Endorsement degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. Consult with your academic advisor.
At the Junior or Senior level students must take HIST 496. The course topic reduces the hours required accordingly in Advanced US, European, or Non-Western History. See advisor.
*400-level course
"I chose this major because it allowed me to be a more desirable candidate for education jobs and continue to learn about my favorite subjects: history, psychology, political science and geography. I chose UNK because of the strong teacher education program and welcoming community feel. The history department helped me achieve my goals and grow as a student, an educator and a person by teaching beyond the content."
Lexington High School, Lexington, NE
UNK is Nebraska’s most affordable university even BEFORE financial aid is awarded. You’ll quickly discover that no one works harder than UNK to reduce the cost of an education and provide the best value. Learn more about scholarships and financial aid for your Social Science 7-12 Teaching Field Endorsement Degree Program
at the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
