Bachelor’s degree in History

With a Bachelor of Arts in History from Fort Hays State University – on-campus and online – graduates of this program will stand out as marketable employees prepared to meet the future challenges in this century.

Historians explore people and societies to see how and why they developed in the ways they did, and fearlessly drop their assumptions to interpret the causes and effects surrounding the cultures they study. Since they demonstrate extraordinary critical thinking skills and passionate inquiry, history majors are extremely attractive to future employers and find careers in a variety of fields.

Bachelor's degree in History – program of study
Course No.	Course Name	Hours
General Education Requirements - 34 hours
Students must satisfy general education requirements in the eight designated areas for a total of 34 credit hours. These are recommended courses:
UNIV 101	Freshman Seminar*	1
ENG 101	English Composition I*	3
ENG 102	English Composition II*	3
COMM 100	Fundamentals of Oral Communication*	3
ECON 202	Principles of Macroeconomics*	3
POLSC 101	American Government*	3
ENGL 125	World Literature*	3
HIST 111	Modern World Civilization*	3
PHIL 100	Critical Thinking*	3
Modern Language Requirements - 10 hours
Students must earn 10 credit hours in one Modern Language.
Additional Requirements - 6 hours
SOC 140	Understanding Society: Introductory Sociology*	3
GSCI 110	World Geography*	3
History Introductory Courses - 15 hours
Proficiency must be demonstrated by either completing each of the courses or achieving a score of at least 85% on each of the Department’s History Proficiency Examinations.
HIST 100	Orientation to History*	3
HIST 110	World Civilization to 1500*	3
HIST 111	Modern World Civilization*	3
HIST 130	United States History to 1877*	3
HIST 131	United States History since 1877*	3
History 600-level Pre-requisite Requirement - 3 hours
Sophomore standing preferred. Pre-requisite for all 600 level History courses.
HIST 379	Historical Methods	3
U.S. Electives (upper division) - 12 hours
European Electives (upper division) - 9 hours
World Electives (upper division) - 9 hours
Senior-level Written Communication & Critical Thinking - 3 hours
Can be substituted for one U.S., European or World History upper-division elective.
HIST 675	Seminar in History	3
Graduation Requirement - 0 hours
HIST 099	Senior Assessment	0

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Tuition: The Best Value in Higher Education Anywhere

Fort Hays State University prides itself on quality education at an affordable price. Students in this program can expect to pay approximately $2,961.90* (on-campus) or $3,859.95* (online) per semester.

*Estimated cost based on 15 credit hours at the undergraduate resident/regional tuition rate ($197.46/ credit hour) for on-campus courses, or the FHSU Online undergraduate tuition rate ($257.33/credit hour) for online courses. Actual price may vary depending on course load and location. Tuition and Fees are subject to change as they are approved by the Kansas Board of Regents each year.

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Information about the Department of History and Philosophy

The Department of History and Philosophy at FHSU provides a rich educational experience that equips students with critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills. Our History Programs offer in-depth courses that allow students to explore diverse historical contexts, preparing them for careers in education, research, public history, and beyond. Meanwhile, our Philosophy Programs challenge students to engage with fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and values, fostering advanced problem-solving abilities and a reflective approach to life.

Together, these programs offer a holistic education that combines the study of the past with the pursuit of timeless philosophical inquiries. Graduates from these programs are well-prepared to contribute meaningfully to society and are equipped with the intellectual tools to excel in a variety of careers.

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