Anderson University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Arts in History at Anderson University is a 120-credit, seated (main campus) undergraduate degree designed to teach students how to research, analyse, and interpret historical events and contexts. The program runs four years (eight semesters), offers fall and spring start dates, and is I-20 approved for international students. Roger Flynn is listed as the program director.

What you'll study

Students build skills in historical research, critical thinking and written/oral communication through coursework focused on past events and their implications. The program description highlights preparation useful for archival work, museum curation, historical preservation, journalism, publishing, law, public policy and government. Combining the History major or minor with programs such as Political Science, Public Policy, Communication, Criminal Justice or Business is encouraged to broaden career or graduate-school readiness.

Entry requirements

No previous degree is required. Applicants must submit official high school or GED transcripts; transfer students must submit official transcripts from prior institutions. Anderson uses rolling admission; for strongest scholarship consideration apply by December 1 and no later than July 1 to begin in the fall semester.

Career prospects

The program prepares graduates for a range of entry-level roles that value research and communication, including journalist, secondary school teacher, editor, grant writer, legal researcher, archivist and policy advocate. Graduates are also prepared to pursue graduate study in law, business (MBA), city and regional planning, higher education, library sciences, museum studies and theology.

Scholarships & funding angle

Anderson University recommends early application (December 1) for best scholarship consideration and participates in Common App to streamline admissions. The course page notes that job placement and internship opportunities are not guaranteed; employment and salary outcomes depend on many factors including location, career path and individual qualifications.