School of Education & Social Sciences · Minor
History Minor
Understand the past to make sense of today.
History sharpens how you research, weigh evidence, and explain what happened and why. This minor covers American and world history and the methods historians use.
21
credit hours
On campus
format
C or higher
in every minor course
Any major
in another discipline
Is this for me?
This minor may be a great fit if you want to…
- Build research and writing skills any employer values.
- Understand the people and events that shaped the world.
- Prepare for law, teaching, public service, or museum work.
Not sure yet? Talk with the Dean →
What you’ll study
Topics you’ll cover
- Foundations of American history
- History of world civilizations
- Historical methods
- Two upper-division history courses you choose
How a minor works
Three things to know
A minor is optional, and it’s a simple way to add a second area of expertise to your degree.
01
Pair it with your major
Choose a minor in a different discipline from your major. When you finish, it’s recorded on your transcript.
02
Plan with your advisor
Map out your courses with your advisor. A course used in your major can’t also count as an elective in your minor.
03
Finish with a C or better
Earn a C or higher in every course for the minor. Pass/fail grades don’t count.
The curriculum
Seven courses, 21 credit hours
Take five required courses, then choose two upper-division history (HIST) courses.
Required courses (15 credit hours)
- HIST 104 Foundations of American History I
- HIST 105 Foundations of American History II
- HIST 115 History of World Civilizations I
- HIST 116 History of World Civilizations II
- HIST 360 Historical Methods
Electives (6 credit hours)
- Two upper-division HIST courses, chosen with your advisor
Talk with the Dean
Have questions about the courses or how the history minor fits with your major? Reach out. We’re happy to talk through your goals.
History Minor
