Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History
Expand Your Understanding of Today’s World by Studying the Past
George Santayana once said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” By studying how and why events in the past occurred and how they influence the present and future, you can be a part of shaping the next generation of leaders with lessons from history. If you are interested in a career in politics, education, or communications, then Liberty University’s Bachelor of Arts in History can help prepare you for success!
The professors in our history department share your passion for studying history and finding new ways to energize others in learning about the past. What makes Liberty stand out among other universities is that you will have the opportunity to study history from a Christian perspective and see how faith plays a role in our country’s development. We aim to produce men and women with biblical principles who are ready to go out into the workforce as leaders in their field.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Gain skills in critical thinking, written analysis, research, and interpretation studies that can be used across a variety of career fields.
- Study under professors who have years of experience in academia and are excited about getting to know you and caring for you as a student.
- Optional internships and externships available nationwide give you multiple opportunities for hands-on experience.
- Visit some of the hundreds of historical sites in Virginia while studying with us, such as Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.
- With our Career Center, you will have the resources you need to search and apply for jobs upon graduation.
What Will You Learn?
- An ancient or modern foreign language to prepare for graduate studies
- How the modern world has been shaped by past events
- The foundations of Western civilization
- U.S. and world history
Career Options for Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in History Degree
- Archivist
- Bibliographer
- Data processor for investment firms
- Diplomat
- Historian
- Research assistant
- Writer
Internships and Resources Available to History Students
- Mead’s Tavern, built in 1763, and now owned by Liberty, serves as an onsite laboratory for hands-on training in history, archeology, and more!
- We offer a Washington Fellowship program, which allows you to spend a semester gaining invaluable experience working in the heart of D.C.
- A key focus in the senior capstone seminar is connecting students to our Career Center for job searches, mock interviews, etc.
- Three history majors won the Provost Award for Excellence in Research in 2018.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in History
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Gain skills in critical thinking, written analysis, research, and interpretation studies that can be used across a variety of career fields.
- Study under professors who have years of experience in academia and are excited about getting to know you and caring for you as a student.
- Optional internships and externships available nationwide give you multiple opportunities for hands-on experience.
- Visit some of the hundreds of historical sites in Virginia while studying with us, such as Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.
- With our Career Center, you will have the resources you need to search and apply for jobs upon graduation.
What Will You Learn?
- An ancient or modern foreign language to prepare for graduate studies
- How the modern world has been shaped by past events
- The foundations of Western civilization
- U.S. and world history
Career Options for Graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in History Degree
- Archivist
- Bibliographer
- Data processor for investment firms
- Diplomat
- Historian
- Research assistant
- Writer
Internships and Resources Available to History Students
- Mead’s Tavern, built in 1763, and now owned by Liberty, serves as an onsite laboratory for hands-on training in history, archeology, and more!
- We offer a Washington Fellowship program, which allows you to spend a semester gaining invaluable experience working in the heart of D.C.
- A key focus in the senior capstone seminar is connecting students to our Career Center for job searches, mock interviews, etc.
- Three history majors won the Provost Award for Excellence in Research in 2018.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- SAT, ACT, or CLT scores (Liberty University is offering test-optional admission through Fall 2022 acceptance)
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jan 13, 2025
Accreditation
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
