Please refer to the following suggested curriculum and the graduation requirements as a guide for completing this program.
ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREE (0001) – HISTORY PRE-MAJOR
Are you planning to earn an Associate in Arts degree and then transfer to a four-year college or university to major in History? We strongly encourage you to consult with a SWIC Advisor prior to enrolling each semester. We also advise you to familiarize yourself with the specific requirements of the four-year institution where you plan to transfer.
Fulfill the General Education and other institutional requirements for the Associate in Arts degree listed in the printed or Online Âé¶¹APP Catalog. General Education course preferences may vary by transfer institution.
As you fulfill your degree requirements, it is strongly recommended that you take the following classes:
- HIST 101 – World Civilization I
- HIST 102 – World Civilization II
- HIST 180 – U.S. History to 1865
- HIST 181 – U.S. History Since 1865
- At least one year (101 and 102) of a foreign language
The optional courses listed below may be applicable toward a baccalaureate History major. Please keep in mind that most transfer institutions limit the number of credit hours taken within a student’s major field of study at the community college level. To ensure the acceptance of such courses toward your intended major, check with the four-year institution where you are transferring or a SWIC Advisor regarding their applicability.
- HIST 286 History of Religion
- POLS 150-Intro to American Government
- Other history classes
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Associate in Arts
degree requirements
Fulfill all other Associate in Arts degree requirements listed in the printed or Online Âé¶¹APP Catalog.
Apply for
graduation
Apply for graduation by the date published in the Âé¶¹APP Calendar.
Earn at least 64 transferable credits with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 to graduate from SWIC. Many transfer institutions require a higher GPA for admission to the institution and/or specific majors.
Note: Enrollment in many transfer classes is based on your score on the assessment placement test and/or your fulfillment of course prerequisites.