Study the Past. Lead the Future.
The careful study of history and government is essential to faithful leadership, informed citizenship, and Kingdom-building service. If you are drawn to understanding the forces that have shaped our world and to influencing its future, Cedarville University’s Department of History and Government will prepare you to pursue that calling for God’s glory.
Here, every course is taught from a biblical worldview, equipping you to evaluate everything through the truth of Scripture. You’ll be challenged to think critically and engage in complex issues with wisdom.
Through classroom discussion, collaborative research, internships, study opportunities, and engagement in civic life, you’ll gain real-world experiences that sharpen your skills and clarify your calling.
Whether you see yourself practicing law, serving in government, teaching, or pursuing graduate study, Cedarville will equip you to step confidently into your future — prepared to influence your community, your nation, and the world.
Why Study History and Government at Cedarville University?
Biblically Integrated Learning
Every Cedarville degree is built on Scripture. With a Bible minor, you’ll gain a foundation of truth that shapes your studies, your relationships, and your future.
As a history and government major, you’ll build your understanding of the past and present on the unchanging truth of God’s Word — a foundation that shapes how you study nations, evaluate leaders, and engage the world around you.
Academic Programs That Fit Your Goals
Whether you aspire to shaping public policy, practicing law, or teaching the next generation, Cedarville’s Department of History and Government provides academic pathways that prepare you for meaningful influence in a wide range of professions.
With undergraduate programs that strengthen your skills in research, writing, and critical analysis, you’ll find opportunities to grow intellectually, refine your convictions, and lead with wisdom and integrity.
Real-World Experience That Sets You Apart
The classroom is only one side of your education. As a history and government student, you can:
- Join Cedarville’s Model UN Team and compete in simulations that grow your teamwork skills and knowledge of international relations.
- Spend a semester in Washington, D.C., completing an internship and learning from current elected officials and policymakers.
- Compete as attorneys and witnesses as a member of Cedarville University’s Mock Trial team.
Through these experiences, you’ll grow in confidence and be prepared to step into a professional career or pursue advanced study.
Outcomes That Speak for Themselves
Graduates from the Department of History and Government are thriving in:
- Education
- Government policy
- Military and public
- Public history and archives
- Graduate and professional schools
Employers value Cedarville students for their ability to think critically, communicate clearly, and lead with character.
An Investment in Your Future
Your degree in history and government at Cedarville equips you with the analytical, research, and communication skills that employers, graduate schools, and ministries value most. Generous scholarships make your academic journey attainable.
You’ll graduate prepared to make an immediate impact, joining alumni who are thriving in law, public policy, government service, education, nonprofit leadership, and graduate study.