Earn a Bachelor of Arts in History At USCB
The University of South Carolina Beaufort’s BA in History leads students through in-depth analysis of social, economic, cultural, intellectual and political patterns and events of the past. You’ll develop an understanding of and appreciation for cultures, institutions and civilizations.
Our faculty will lead you on an exploration of the age-old questions “Who are we, and how did we get here?” You will learn how to situate yourself in the long arc of human experience and how to find meaning in the past. Learn more about coursework for a BA in History by reading our program of study.
History in Action
USCB History major Samantha Mischke explains the Beaufort Arsenal’s unusual architecture. She’s a tour guide for Sea Island Carriage Tours.
Minor in History at USCB
Students who are majoring in other disciplines may choose to minor in History. The required courses to complete a minor in History are:
21 hours of 300+ level history credit split along the following lines: Two courses in European History, pre- and post-1660, Two courses in American History (pre- and post-1860), one non-Western course (any period), and two additional courses numbered 300 or above.
Students are strongly encouraged to consult their advisor before declaring a minor.
Dr. Shinn’s students Kolby Minckler, Samantha Mischke, and Grace Farish presenting
their research project at USCB's Breathing Democracy into Spaces event.
