Undergraduate Certificate in Public History
Last Updated: December 3, 2021
Department of History, Gaige Hall
600 Mount Pleasant Avenue
Providence, RI 02906
Director(s)
Erik Christiansen
[email protected]
401-456-8039
Program Introduction
Established in 2010, the Public History program at Rhode Island College currently offers a 15 credit certificate in Public History. As a public institution of higher learning, Rhode Island College is committed to broad education. The new and expanding Public History program exemplifies the college’s engagement with society. The college is also ideally situated to take advantage of the countless opportunities for involvement in public history projects throughout New England.
Degrees Offered
- B.A. in History
- B.A. in History with a Certificate or Concentration in Public History
Credit Hour Requirements
15
How Many Students are Admitted Annually
BA10
Financial Aid Available
Loans
In-State Status
Deadline To Apply
See program website for details.
Internship Requirements
Required. Students arrange internships with the assistance of the Director of the Public History Program.
Places Where Students Have Interned During the Past 3 Years
• Cranston Library
• John Brown House
• Slater Mill
• RISD Museum
• Pettaquamscutt Historical Society
• Rhode Island State Archives
Job Placement Assistance
RIC’s program is linked to the public history community through a Public History Advisory Board. Local organizations are involved in the program. Letters of introduction and recommendation are also made available.
Employers Who Have Hired Graduates from this Program within the Past Five Years
• National Park Service
• Rhode Island State Archives