Explore the Past While Preparing for Your Future with an Associate of Arts in History
An associate degree in history is an educational credential that can help you pursue the career of your choice in a history-related, business, or creative field. Throughout our A.A. in History, you will study American and world history, civic and global engagement, and interpreting historical documents, to name a few topics. If you are thinking about pursuing a bachelor’s degree in history in the future, this degree can help provide the foundational training you need to be successful.
What Will You Learn in Our A.A. in History?
Our online history classes not only provide training in American and world history, but also can equip you with the soft skills you need to be successful in any career field you choose. You will learn how to communicate effectively, write research papers, develop a strong work ethic, and lead with biblical principles.
Throughout this degree, you will:
- Dig deep into fascinating historical periods that shaped the world we live in today.
- Study how to identify modern perspectives and appreciate events with informed insight.
- Learn not only the events and dates of most importance in history but how to take that knowledge and use it to gain insights into the realities of modern living.
Career Options for A.A. in History Graduates
- Genealogy librarian
- Museum worker
- State monuments, national monuments, & park tour guide
- Various entry-level federal and state government agency jobs
- Writer
Study Online
We understand the dilemma of wanting to further your education while also staying connected to your family, career, church, and community. This degree program is offered 100% online, so you don’t have to worry about sacrificing time with the people most important to you while you pursue your degree.
As an innovator in distance learning since 1985, Liberty will provide the following benefits:
- We are recognized by multiple institutions for our academic quality, affordability, and accessibility. Our commitment to excellence also helped us rank in the top 10% of Niche.com’s best online schools in America. Earning your online history degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
- The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
- You can complete this online associate’s degree in history in less than 2 years.
Military Benefits
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students from all over the world. Whether you are a current service member, discharged or retired from service, or the spouse of a service member or veteran, we are here to support you every step of the journey.
As a thank you for your dedication and service to our country, Liberty is honored to serve and support you in your pursuit of online education by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate courses
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $565 per course).
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences).
- Potential college credit for military training.
Residential Benefits
- With students from all 50 states and over 70 countries around the world, you can immerse yourself in different cultures and experience the diversity of on-campus life.
- As a residential student, multiple scholarships are available to you, including the Early Deposit Award, Middle America Scholarship, and Liberty Academic Scholarship.
- Learn from professors who have doctoral degrees in their fields, as well as years of real-life experience.
- Our student leadership team will help you engage in an exciting dorm life with spiritual accountability, prayer, safety, activities, and building friendships that will last a lifetime.
- Outside of classes and studying, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide range of on-campus activities, such as our NCAA sports, over 200 student-led clubs, and recreation centers like Snowflex, the LaHaye Ice Center, and Camp Hydaway.
- Enjoy our Reber-Thomas Dining Hall with over 20 available food stations, including gluten-free and vegan options. Work with a nutritionist to develop a dietary plan that is right for you!
Credit Hours
Available Online or On Campus
Class Type
Online, 8-week or residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Varies
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
