The legal profession is a popular option for history majors for a reason. Here is some practical advice for surviving (or maybe even thriving!) your first year of law school.
Surviving 1L: A Guide for History Majors in Their First Year of Law School
Preparing Comps Reading Lists
While most graduate students focus on the labor of reading for comps, compiling the reading lists themselves takes time and reflection. Be strategic and minimize your workload, but also be aspirational by considering the themes you want your future dissertation to explore.
Written & Oral Comps
The written and oral portions of your comprehensive exams may seem daunting, but try to remember that when you get to this step you are ready.
Clio and the Contemporary 