History, AA

History is the study of the past as it is described in written documents and artifacts. Studying history can provide us with insight into our cultures of origin as well as cultures with which we might be less familiar, thereby increasing cross-cultural awareness and understanding.

This program is designed for students who intend to transfer to a four-year college or university. Requirements may be updated prior to the start of the Fall 2023 semester. Students completing this program should consult a counselor or advisor to develop their degree plan and for registration advice.

Associate of Arts

Required Courses

Course NumberTitleCredits
EDU 104College & Career/FYE

3

ENG 110College Writing I

3

or

ENG 160College Writing & Research

4

HRY 102American History to 1877

3

or

HRY 103American History since 1865

3

PSI 101American Government

3

Second Level English/Communication

3

Foreign Language

8

Humanities/Fine Arts

3

Mathematics

3

Science

8

Social Science

3

Wellness/Physical Education

2

History Elective Courses

12

Elective Courses

8

Total Credit Hours: 62

Transfer Notes: This degree program is designed to prepare students to transfer into any concentration area within the history major: public history, secondary education/history, and history/liberal arts.