We want your college experience to involve more than just attending classes! Take advantage of our research opportunities to build your resume before graduation, get involved in a department committee to help us shape the major for future students, explore our honor society, and talk to us about internships.
For undergraduates, we offer a major and a minor – both online or in-person or a mix of both types of classes! Our program offers maximum flexibility in choice of class format and in choice of courses. Students are required to take courses that cover historical content from different time periods and places but have many options within the categories.
The department also offers several scholarships and awards to undergraduates and our majors are eligible for additional scholarships offered by the Dean’s Office for the College of Letters & Science.
Prospective Students (not yet enrolled at UWM)
Prospective students, contact our admissions counselor at let-sci@uwm.edu or 414-229-7711.
Current Students
General questions such as how to declare, how to change a major, general education requirements, etc. should be directed to the college advising office at ls-advising@uwm.edu or 414-229-4654.
Specific questions about History, such as research opportunities, internship opportunities, major requirements, etc., should be directed to Lex Renda.
Undergraduate Programs
Ready to Declare?
Select the declaration that’s right for you, and you will find more instructions on how to declare and what to expect.
Recommended Resources for Undergraduates
Campus Resources
UWM offers a wide range of on-campus resources, such as academic support and mental health resources. Students also find community within our student centers.
