What can I do with a degree in Humanities?

Educational

The demand for qualified educators continues to rise. Whether your goal is to work as a professor, elementary school teacher, or corporate trainer, you’re sure to find a career in education extremely rewarding. Pursue your educational path in humanities to gain the credentials you'll need to advance in this field.

Career Areas

• Teaching
  
• Administration
  
• Student Affairs
  
• Academic Advising
  
• Information Science
  
• Non-classroom Teaching
  
• Tutoring

Employers

• Public Schools
  
• Private Schools
  
• Colleges and Universities
  
• Language Institutes, Local and Abroad
  
• Libraries
  
• Museums
  
• Private Learning Centers
  
• Test Preparation Organizations
  
• Nonprofit organizations Involved with Literacy

Strategies

Enhance your career success by following these recommendations:

• Obtain appropriate state certification for public school teaching.
• Earn certification to teach multiple subjects or age groups for increased job opportunities.
• Earn a master's or doctorate degree for post-secondary teaching.
• Plan to attend graduate school in college student personnel or information science if those are areas of interest.
• Gain volunteer experience working with children through Big Brother/Sister programs, tutoring, summer camps, YMCA's, etc.
• Participate in school activities such as debate or literary clubs, campus publications, or student government.
• Get involved in roles of leadership such as resident advisor, peer mentor, student advisor, etc.
• Maintain a high grade point average and secure strong faculty recommendations for graduate school applications.