Online Bachelor of Arts in History from LSUA
Social science, evidence-based approach to historical study
Develops skills in analysis, research, writing, evaluation, and presentation
Flexible curriculum that can be tailored to career goals
Compatible with other academic programs
Prepares graduates for graduate study, law, education, public history, and entrepreneurial paths
Admissions
Whether you're a first-time freshman or a transfer student, our admissions team is here to support you from day one.
Apply by
Apr 6, 2026
Classes begin
May 11, 2026
I have no college credits
For university acceptance, first-time freshman must meet the following criteria:
- Complete high school Core curriculum for college readiness in place at time of high school graduation
- Not be required to take more than one developmental course
- Have a high school grade point average of at least 2.0
- Meet one of the following:
- Have an ACT composite of 20 or higher
- Have a high school Core grade point average of at least 2.0
I have some college credits
Transfer students to LSUA must meet one of the following sets of criteria:
- Have earned a transferable associate degree or higher
- Have earned at least 18 hours of college-level credit, including a college-level English and college-level mathematics course, with a grade of “C” or higher in each, and an overall GPA of at least 2.0
- Have earned at least 12 hours of college-level credit from LSUE or CLTCC Bridge Program, including a college-level English and college-level mathematics course, with a grade of “C” or higher in each, and an overall GPA of at least 2.0.
- If the above are not met, meet freshman admission requirements and be in good standing with their previous institution
Transfer Credits: LSUA processes transfer credits in accordance with campus policies at the time the courses were taken. Prior to 2020, LSUA did not have a course repeat policy that excluded grades from GPA calculations. As a result, your stated GPA at LSUA may be affected, which could impact your admission decision.
Tuition
LSUA’s online history program offers competitive, flat-rate tuition with no out-of-state fees. Plus, you may be able to save even more by transferring up to 75% of previous credits.
Tuition & Fees
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $3401
- Cost per credit hour
- $10,200
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $40,800
- Total cost with fees
The final cost of this program will be determined once all transfer credits are evaluated. Transfer credits may apply for up to 75% of degree requirements. Your academic advisor will work with you to determine if and how any prior college credits or industry credentials earned will apply toward your LSUA degree. For further information about the approval for transfer credits and other requirements, please visit this site.
Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Financial Aid Available
LSUA offers multiple ways to help you fund your education, including financial aid, veteran education benefits, and credit for prior learning.
1 Beginning Fall 1 2026, all LSUA fully online programs are expected to increase by 4% (tuition and fees).
Academics
The program coursework emphasizes developing 21st-Century skills like analysis, reading comprehension, effective writing, evaluation, research, and presentation. The degree is highly flexible and can be tailored to match the student's specific career aspirations. It is also compatible with other programs.
What Will I Learn?
Students who graduate with the online Bachelor of Arts in History will gain the skills to solve complex problems in various contexts, careers, and industries.
Graduates of the program will be able to demonstrate:
- Knowledge of the main themes of history as identified by the history department faculty
- A working knowledge of the tools of information technology (the “tools” include but are not limited to internet, digital and print materials including scholarly journals, primary resources, etc.)
- Competence in research methodologies, including the ability to organize and present the results of historical research (this may include written as well as oral components)
- Critical thinking skills appropriate to the study of history
- The ability to summarize and synthesize large volumes of information and content
- Cultural and social awareness of various civilizations, people, governments, social relations, and more
Courses
The online Bachelor of Arts in History requires 120 credit hours with 45 credit hours of open electives.
Your personal credit requirements could be less depending on transferable credits and credit earned from prior learning assessments.
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
ENGL 1001 - English Composition I |
3 |
ENGL 1002 - English Composition II |
3 |
General Education Social Science (POLI 2051 and GEOG 1001 or GEOG 1003 are recommended) |
6 |
General Education Math (An algebra and statistics sequence is recommended) |
6 |
General Education Natural Science* |
9 |
General Education CMST |
3 |
General Education Humanities (HIST 1001 and HIST 1003 are recommended) |
6 |
General Education Fine Arts Credits: 3 (fine arts, music, theatre) |
3 |
*Natural Science: Students can take either 6 hours of Biology and 3 hours of Physical Science or 6 hours of Physical Science (in a single discipline) and 3 hours of Biology.
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
HIST 2055 - American History I |
3 |
HIST 2057 - American History II |
3 |
3000/4000-Level History Electives |
15 |
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
3000/4000- Level History Electives |
9 |
Social Science Electives |
6 |
| Courses | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
English Literature Elective |
3 |
Foreign Language Electives |
6 |
Free Electives |
36 |
Careers
The online bachelor’s degree in history offers students a well-rounded education and practical skill set that can be applied in almost any field. Students can tailor this flexible degree according to their specific career goals.
Career Opportunities
- Historian
- Archivist
- Teacher
- Entrepreneur
- Museum Curator
- Librarian
- Paralegal
- Researcher
- Reporter
- Writer
- Records Manager
- Conservation Officer
- Market Research Analyst
