Associate Degree in History for Transfer
College of Alameda
Key Information
Campus location
Alameda, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 semesters
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 7,120 / per semester
Application deadline
Request Info
Earliest start date
Aug 2024
Introduction
The Associate in Arts in History for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a Bachelor’s Degree in History at a CSU campus. A major component of the History program mission is for students planning to transfer into the History majors (or a similar major) with an understanding of History as the study of change over time, and we as the manifestation of that change. In other words, History is the study of us or the various components of the present. Upon completion of an AA-T in History, students will have an understanding of the diversity of the recorded past and an appreciation of the process of historical change. At the same time, a History major will gain critical reading and writing skills, which are valuable in life, and in any employment field, they choose to enter.
The following is required for the Associate of Arts in History
for Transfer:
- Minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
- Complete a minimum of 18-semester units in an AA-T major. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better or a P if the course is taken on a pass/no pass basis (Title 5 § 55063a).
- Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern.
Students should meet early with a Counselor to complete a Student Education Plan (SEP).
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Scholarships and Funding
Scholarships provide students with opportunities to attend college, advance their knowledge and skills for career readiness and help them prepare for both academic opportunities and financial challenges after transfer. This website provides information and resources to assist students in how to begin their search for scholarship opportunities. Note that requirements and deadlines vary among every scholarship.
College of Alameda Promise
The College of Alameda (COA) Promise is a pathway for Alameda high school graduates to access a quality college education. Eligible students will receive a year of college without fees.
Peralta Foundation Scholarships
Each semester, the Peralta Colleges Foundation is committed to providing students with access to post-secondary education and persistence services so they can complete college prepared for a successful career. The Peralta Promise enables qualifying students to attend their first semester at one of the Peralta Colleges – Laney College, Merritt College, College of Alameda, or Berkeley City College – for free!
External Scholarships
Here is a list of general scholarships that are available for community college students. Not every scholarship has a citizenship requirement. Review the following scholarships for your eligibility.
Curriculum
Recommended Course Sequence
Fall 1
- ENGL 1A/1AS Composition and Reading (w/ support) -- 4 or 5
- MATH 13 Introduction to Statistics (+213 Support Course) -- 4 or 6 or 3
or
- MATH 15 Mathematics for Liberal Arts Students -- 4 or 6 or 3
- HIST 7A History of the United States to 18771 -- 3
- COUN 24 College Success -- 3
or
- COUN 57 Career and Life Planning -- 3
- LIS 85 Introduction to Information Resources -- 2 or 3
or
- LIS 74 Information Seeking Behavior -- 2 or 3
Total Number of Units: 15 - 20
Spring 1
- HIST 7B History of the U.S. since 18651 -- 3
- HIST 5 History of Mexico -- 3
or
- HIST 8A History of Latin-American Civilization -- 3
or
- HIST 8B History of Latin-American Civilization -- 3
- ART 1 Introduction to Art History -- 3
- ENGL 5 Critical Thinking on Reading and Writing -- 3
or
- COMM 5 Persuasion and Critical Thinking -- 3
- COMM 45 Public Speaking -- 3
or
- COMM 1A Introduction to Speech -- 3
Total Number of Units: 15
Fall 2
- HIST 2A History of European Civilization -- 3
- GEOG 1 Physical Geography -- 3
or
- ASTR 1 Introduction to Astronomy -- 3
- HUMAN 1 Introduction to Humanities -- 3
or
- PSYCH 1A Introduction to General Psychology -- 3
- HIST 18 20th Century Protest Movement -- 3
or
- HIST 19 History of California -- 3
- MUSIC 10 Music Appreciation -- 3
Total Number of Units: 15
Spring 2
- HIST 2B History of European Civilization -- 3
- POSCI 1 Government and Politics in the United States -- 3
or
- POSCI 26 U.S. and California Constitution -- 3
- ANTHR 1 Introduction to Physical Anthropology -- 3
and
- ANTHR 1L Physical Anthropology Laboratory -- 3
or
- BIOL 10 Introduction to Biology -- 4
- AFRAM 5 The African-American Family in the U.S. -- 3
or
- ANTHR 3 Introduction to Social and Cultural Anthropology -- 3
- SOC 5 Minority Groups -- 3
or
- HUMAN 2 Human Values -- 3
Total Number of Units: 16
Program Outcome
Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate a degree of mastery of the discipline of History: As one of the core disciplines of the liberal arts, history provides a classic mode of learning. By studying the past, a History major learns to think with objectivity, write with logic and accuracy, organize and assess evidence, analyze problems, and interpret complex events. In essence, students who major in History learn how to learn. History’s special appeal, however, comes from its distinctive subject matter, the human past.
- Demonstrate a degree of proficiency in Historical critical thinking: to better access, evaluate, and interpret ideas found in History and information enabling people so disciplined to communicate effectively, reach conclusions, and solve problems.
Career Opportunities
Career Options for History Majors include employment opportunities in a variety of different career areas. The need for teachers in the state of California for elementary, middle, and high schools remains high and college graduates with a history degree will find themselves well suited for opportunities to earn teaching credentials in a variety of subjects. The research and writing skills needed to successfully complete a degree in history offer excellent preparation for careers in law, journalism, public relations, and domestic and foreign government service.