Military History
Total graduates
270
2025 · 9 schools
International share
0.4%
1 international students
Bachelor's degrees
112
0.9% international
Master's degrees
132
0.0% international
Overview
Military History is an academic discipline that explores the history of armed conflict and its impact on societies, cultures, and politics throughout time. This field examines various aspects of warfare, including strategic, tactical, social, and economic dimensions, as well as the experiences of soldiers and civilians affected by conflict.
Students studying Military History delve into significant wars, battles, and military leaders, analyzing how these events shaped national identities and influenced global relations. The curriculum often includes the study of ancient, medieval, and modern warfare, providing a comprehensive understanding of how military strategies and technologies have evolved over centuries. Additionally, Military History encompasses topics such as the role of women in warfare, the psychological effects of combat, and the moral implications of military actions.
This discipline also encourages critical thinking and analytical skills, as students assess primary and secondary sources, engage in debates, and conduct research projects. Graduates with a degree in Military History may pursue careers in education, museums, historical preservation, government, and the military, or they may work as authors and researchers in historical consulting.
Overall, Military History offers insights into the past that remain relevant in understanding contemporary conflicts and international relations, making it a vital field of study for those interested in the complexities of human behavior in the context of war.
Graduates by year
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From 2010 to 2025, graduates grew 9% and the international share went from 0.4% to 0.4%.
Colleges that award this degree
In 2025, 9 schools awarded this degree as a first major. The table lists those in the 2027 U.S. News National or Liberal Arts rankings, plus the unranked schools with the most graduates.
| Rank | School | State | Graduates | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| #90 | Marquette University | Wisconsin | 1 | 0 |
| #365 | Liberty University | Virginia | 86 | 0 |
| LAC #9 | The United States Military Academy at West Point | New York | 20 | 0 |
| — | American Public University System | West Virginia | 105 | 1 |
| — | Norwich University | Vermont | 23 | 0 |
| — | Citadel Military College of South Carolina | South Carolina | 15 | 0 |
| — | Park University | Missouri | 10 | 0 |
| — | Hawaii Pacific University | Hawaii | 8 | 0 |
| — | Rogers State University | Oklahoma | 1 | 0 |
Purple: international students are 25% or more of the school's graduates.
Related jobs and pay
| Occupation | US employment | Mean hourly wage | Mean annual wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Managers, All Other | 622,190 | $73.99 | $153,890 |
| History Teachers, Postsecondary | 18,790 | — | $96,580 |
| Historians | 3,450 | $39.06 | $81,240 |
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.
Graduate counts: IPEDS Completions, US Department of Education, 2010–2025. Rankings: 2027 U.S. News.