While there are many occupations related to a such a degree, broad field social study by itself has rarely served primarily as an occupational preparation. Rather, such study allows students to gain a broad perspective on the human condition as taught through the various social sciences and history. This is something that is of great value for intelligent decision making in a democratic society and a primary goal of a liberal arts education. Similarly, a Broad Field Social Studies major also offers students the opportunity to develop important job skills identified by employers as important.

Opportunities for the Broad Field Social Studies graduate include:

• Teacher
• Museum Director/Curator at the local, county, state, and national levels
• Archivist
• Living History Interpreter
• Paralegal
• Editor

Areas suited to Broad Field Social Studies majors include:

• Graduate Studies in law, clergy, and higher education
• Business/Finance
• Travel Industry
• Government/Politics
• Military/Diplomatic Service
• Law Enforcement
• Non-profit Organizations