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History
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in theÌý2026–2027 academic year.
Enrich your knowledge of history and its impact on society with an online bachelor's degree in history from University of Maryland Global Campus. Connect with a diverse network of peers and expert faculty members as you prepare to shape the future with insights from the past. With convenient online courses, multiple start dates, access to lifetime career services, and a generous transfer credit policy, UMGC provides the flexibility and support you need. Start your journey today.Ìý
Program Highlights
- Gain knowledge: Research, interpret, and present historical knowledge.
- Communicate effectively: Write and speak clearly and appropriately about historical information for diverse audiences.
- Engage viewpoints: Engage in history as a moral and ethical practice, recognizing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Learn from history: Apply historical precedents to contemporary life and develop self-reflection.
- Gain perspective: Achieve a deep understanding of the different peoples, events, and cultures that have shaped human civilization.
Required Courses
- (3 Credits, HIST 115) or (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 116) or (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, HIST 156)
- (3 Credits, HIST 157)
- (3 Credits, HIST 289)
- (3 Credits, HIST 309)
- Four upper-level HIST courses (12 credits)
Degree Focus (Recommended)
To align with the 12-credit upper-level HIST courses requirement listed above, we recommend you choose from one of the following groups of classes below to better support your career interests:
U.S. History
- (3 Credits, HIST 316L)
- (3 Credits, HIST 365)
- (3 Credits, HIST 377)
- (3 Credits, HIST 461)
World History
- (3 Credits, HIST 326)
- (3 Credits, HIST 337)
- (3 Credits, HIST 392)
- (3 Credits, HIST 480)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, HIST 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to prepare you to succeed in a range of professional settings, including museums, historic sites, government, educational institutions, research firms, cultural resource management, public history archives, and more. Graduates might pursue careers as teachers, writers, historians, archivists, museum curators, research analysts, heritage managers, or historical consultants.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $337 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Humanities
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in theÌý2026–2027 academic year.
Build a solid base of foundational knowledge and skills with an online bachelor’s degree in humanities from University of Maryland Global Campus. In this degree program you’ll learn career-relevant skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and cultural awareness, which will help increase your marketability. Plus, our experienced faculty members bring their practical expertise to the classroom to help you expand your knowledge base. With our convenient online courses, you can earn your online bachelor’s degree in humanities at t ºÚÁÏÉçÇø on your own time. You could also save time and money with our generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step towards your bachelor’s degree in humanities and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Integrate theory: Integrate theories, methods, and concepts from multiple humanities disciplines, such as philosophy, history, art, literature, music, and religious studies.
- Evaluate arguments: Evaluate the adequacy and justifiability of propositions, theories, assumptions and arguments.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate the results of critical reflection into personal positions on social, cultural, and ethical issues.
- Apply ethics: Apply sound ethical reasoning in contemporary contexts.
- Develop understanding: Develop cultural understanding by exploring the cultural heritage of sites, events, people, and communities.
Required Courses
- (3 Credits, HUMN 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 140)
- (3 Credits, HIST 115), (3 Credits, HIST 116), (3 Credits, HIST 141), or (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, MUSC 210) or any MUSC course
- (3 Credits, ARTH 372) or any upper-level ARTH course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 304) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 351) or any upper-level HUMN course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 349) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, ENGL 406) or any upper-level ENGL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you develop in-depth knowledge and skills to pursue careers in education, publishing, journalism, advertising, social work, sales, law, management, human resources, and insurance. Potential job titles within specific humanities careers include non-profit organization administrator, public or private school educator, administrator for a local or community government organization, and editor or copywriter in a media organization.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $337 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Political Science
Bachelor of ScienceThese program requirements are for students who enroll in theÌý2026–2027 academic year.
Gain career-relevant skills in research, writing, and analysis with an online bachelor’s in political science from University of Maryland Global Campus. Increase your understanding of complex political issues and current events in both the United States and the rest of the world. Grow your knowledge base by studying under experienced faculty members who bring their practical expertise with them to the classroom. Plus, with UMGC’s convenient online courses and generous transfer credit policy, it has never been easier to further your education and advance your career. Ready to make a change? Apply today!
Program Highlights
- Learn major concepts: Distinguish between major concepts, theories, and research methods of political science.
- Examine institutions: Examine key domestic and international political systems, institutions, and organizations, including their purposes, functions, and impact on domestic and global politics, policies, and people.
- Evaluate reports: Evaluate reports and articles for validity, applicability, and authoritative conclusions.
- Craft an argument: Produce arguments supporting or opposing a position on domestic or global practices or policies, applying supportive research within the major theories/conceptual framework of political science
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Required Courses
- (3 Credits, GVPT 100)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 101)
Major Elective Courses
Take seven GVPT courses (21 credits).
We recommend you choose from one of the following groups of courses below:
American Government
- (3 Credits, GVPT 170)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 210)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 476)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 477)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 311)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 444)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 475)
International Relations & Policy
- (3 Credits, GVPT 200)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 280)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 306)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 308)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 403)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 451)
- (3 Credits, GVPT 457)
Capstone Course
(3 Credits, GVPT 495)
Career Preparation
This online political science program may help prepare you for a variety of careers in the public, private, and non-profit sectors. Potential job titles in these areas include political scientist, information analyst, intelligence analyst, research scientist, lobbyist, or community outreach specialist.
Please note: Higher advancement in political science careers may require further education, such as a master's degree.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $337 per credit (in-state)
- $499 per credit (out-of-state)
- $250 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.