What does a Professor of History do?
EducationBachelor's Degree
Work/Life Balance
3.4 ★
Salary Range--
Career Opportunity
3.8 ★
Avg. Experience8+ years
Professor of History Career Path
Learn how to become a Professor of History, what skills and education you need to succeed, and what level of pay to expect at each step on your career path.
Professor Of History
No Salary Reports
Adjunct Professor Of History
No Salary Reports
Professor of History
Years of Experience Distribution
0 - 1
10%
2 - 4
22%
5 - 7
1%
8+
67%
Not including years spent in education and/or training
Professor of History Insights
Read what Professor of History professionals have to say about their job experiences and view top companies for this career.
Study.comHistory Expert13 Apr 2021
“I found it difficult to even make extra spending money much less support myself in any way.”
Barnes & Noble EducationHistorian30 Nov 2021
“Awesome fun sweet coool is”
SmithsonianPolitical History24 Feb 2021
“Really great people to work with”
US NavyNaval Aviator10 May 2021
“Work life balance could be better”
US NavyNaval Aviator24 Aug 2021
“Great people to work with.”
US Marine CorpsUSMC Naval Aviator21 May 2023
“Difficult life balance.”
Tennessee Valley Archaeological Research
Historian9 Aug 2021
“I would have liked a higher salary but other than that I have no complaints about any aspect of the job.”
Varsity TutorsHistorian12 Sept 2022
“Got to work on my schedule”
Frequently asked questions about the role and responsibilities of a Professor of History
The most similar professions to Professor of History are:
- Professor
- Visiting Professor
- Lecturer
- Research Assistant
The most common qualifications to become a Professor of History is a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and an average of 0 - 1 of experience not including years spent in education and/or training.