History, B.A.
Students in the Bachelor of Arts degree program in History at St. Francis College in Brooklyn will develop key writing, critical-thinking, research and interdisciplinary skills to pursue graduate school or a number of professions, such as law, journalism, business, the arts, education, government, public administration and archival and museum work.
The History degree program at SFC focuses on research, writing and critical analysis, preparing students in the lifelong habits of a self-educating person. History majors in the program will learn from – and collaborate with – dedicated faculty members and students who are passionate about the past and its impact on our 21st-century world.
Underlying the focused, outcomes-driven New York City history degree curriculum is SFC’s robust General Education Program, which is the cornerstone of SFC and affirms its mission to graduate educated, well-rounded individuals who are prepared to enter the workforce and to change and culturally diversify the world.
MINOR IN HISTORY
History as a minor at SFC is ideal for a range of majors, notably Criminal Justice, Communications, Business, Psychology, Sociology and Economics.
NYC COLLEGE CENTERED AROUND STUDENT SUCCESS
St. Francis College B.A. in history students receive an enhanced system of support. As part of this robust support, students gain in-depth insight and guidance in academic, internship and career-path options via the Center for Student Success, Center for Career Exploration, and Center for Learning and Leadership.
Numerous academic, cultural and special-interest clubs and organizations are available to history majors on campus to provide additional peer and professional networking and development.
ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
Qualified history degree students seeking an additional academic challenge can participate in the St. Francis College Honors Program, where New York City students take part in a series of small, intensive seminars, trips and other activities that lead toward a senior thesis.
The College is also home to 15 national honor societies and its own Duns Scotus Honor Society, which recognizes students for their academic and community achievements.
JOIN A TIGHT-KNIT COMMUNITY OF SCHOLARS
Bachelor degree in history graduates go on to achieve great things, including pursuing graduate degrees in history, political science or law, as well as building careers in education, advocacy and policy, business, law and more.
HISTORY DEGREE CURRICULUM
HISTORY B.A. | 123-129 CREDITS
In its attention to research, writing and critical analysis, the history major prepares the student in the lifelong habits of a self-educating person. Successful completion of a senior thesis is a requirement for graduation.
Learn more about our B.A. in History curriculum in New York City.