Why Study History at Belmont?


The history faculty at Belmont prides itself on teaching--we are passionate about our fields of study and seek to impart this enthusiasm to our students. Our curriculum spans the globe: Asia, Africa, Europe, the United States, and Latin America, and challenges students to think critically about timeless issues. Students who enroll in history courses at Belmont benefit from several distinctive aspects of the program, including:

  • Small classes, with a strong emphasis on interaction between students and faculty

  • An accessible, enthusiastic faculty and staff

  • A diverse, multi-national curriculum with a variety of course offerings

  • Leadership opportunities in campus organizations

  • Research opportunities, such at the Belmont Undergraduate Research Symposium (BURS), the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), and other regional and national conferences

  • Internships and a focus on career planning