The study of history is essential to an understanding of world events, from the transformation of Eastern Europe to developments in contemporary China or Africa. History is also critical to understanding movements shaping modern times, from the evolution of U.S. foreign and domestic policy to revolutions in modern science and technology. At Russell Sage College, a major in history can include, along with traditional courses in United States and Western Civilization, extended investigation of the rich diversity of the global historical experience. The study of history includes political, economic, social, religious, artistic, and intellectual aspects of humanity. [43-58 credits]
I. History Core
- Complete all of the following:
II. History Electives
- Complete six History courses (18 credits). At least three of the HST courses should be from the 200-300 level courses.
III. Economics and Political Science
- Complete one POL course (3 credits) and one SOC course (3 credits)
IV. Humanities
- Complete two courses from AEM, ARH, ENG, Foreign Languages, or PHL (6 credits)
V. Pathway (optional)
Students may opt to complete a Pathway in American Studies, International Globalization Studies, or Public History (15 credits)
American Studies
International Globalization Studies
Public History
Degree Completion Notes
- Total credits required for a bachelor's degree (minimum): 120 credits
- Cumulative GPA required for graduation (minimum): 2.000
- Major GPA required for graduation (minimum): 2.200
- 1/2 of major requirements must be completed at Sage (minimum)
- Completion of all required General Education coursework
- Completion of 90 liberal arts and sciences credits (minimum)