Undergraduate History Major

Department of History offers programs leading to a Bachelor of Arts and a minor in History and minors in African American Studies, Chinese Studies, Southern Studies, International Relations, and War Studies.

Students majoring in history, a degree with an emphasis on academic rigor and leadership development, are provided ample freedom in the selection of upper level history courses as well as 30 credit hours of general electives among courses offered by other departments.                            

• Undergraduate History Major Requirements

                  (includes descriptions of all standard courses)

• The Expected Four-Year Program-of-Study

**You should study both sections carefully and understand them well before meeting with an advisor or registering for courses. Note: HIST 395 is assessed a special lab supplies fee.

2021-2022 Course Offerings    2021-2020 Corps Catalog    

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• Why Study History?
• Careers & Opportunities
• Useful Links for Research & Success

Image:  Dr. Felice Knight, a Charleston native who trained at The Ohio State University in African American History, joined The Citadel as an Asst. Professor in 2019. She has added a wealth of energy and expertise to our Department. 

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