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Majors & Minors
Our undergraduate program encompasses social, economic, cultural, intellectual, political, and psychological approaches to historical problems and periods.
Graduate Studies
Our small and select graduate program offers both MA and PhD degrees backed by the resources of a major research institution.
Research
The research and writing interests of our faculty fall into three spheres of inquiry: the world of nations, the world of goods, and the world of knowledge.
Feature Story
Surprising facts and beliefs about eclipses during medieval and Renaissance times
University of Rochester experts offer historical insights into medieval society’s fascination with astronomical and astrological phenomena.
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History Podcast
Hear UR
HEAR UR is a podcast series created by students at the University of Rochester as a platform for sharing historical research with public audiences.
View the SeriesWe offer clusters for non-majors that fulfill the social sciences divisional requirement of the Rochester curriculum.
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Why HISTORY?
A history concentration cultivates skills in writing, research, and analytical thinking that serve our students in careers ranging from law to business, communications to education. Whether you’re interested in a specific time period, geographic area, or thematic focus, we bring history to life at Rochester.
