2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog

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History and Political Science, Bachelor of Arts

The history and political science major requires students to complete 30 credits, and leads to a bachelor of arts degree.

History and Political Science Major Requirements

Core Courses

HIST 101Western Civilization

3
HIST 202Eastern Civilization

3
HIST 304American History I

3
HIST 350Historical Methods

3
HIST 399Open Titled

3
HIST 399Open Titled

3
POLS 210American Government

3
HIST or POLS History and Political Science electives

9

Electives: Three credits of both history and political science elective are required.

HIST 399 American History II

HIST 399 History Seminar (will fulfill the writing intensive requirement)

HISTORY REQUIREMENTS AT A GLANCE
Type of Credit Required Credits
General Education (For B.A.)* 48
Major 30
Elective 42
Total Credits to Earn Degree 120
*Based on students arriving as first time freshmen. Some general education requirements are met through required major courses. This reduces the number of required general education credits.