program Type Department School
Undergraduate Minor History School of Liberal Arts

Siena’s 18-credit Social Studies minor brings together history, geography, political science, and economics. A useful complement to many majors across all three of Siena’s schools, it helps you examine historical evidence, explore different perspectives, and better understand the people and ideas that shape our world.

The minor is designed for education majors interested in pursuing an additional New York State teaching certification in Social Studies. 

Understand the world. Shape what comes next.

Explore history, government, and economics to better understand today’s world. Siena’s Social Studies minor pairs with majors across all three schools and can help aspiring teachers expand what they’re prepared to teach.