Program Overview

The Bachelor of Arts in history with a Minor in education offers an excellent program for the preparation of social studies educators.  In the history-social studies education program, students gain experience in research, writing, and discussion in history, geography, political science, economics, and behavioral sciences, as well as practical teaching experience through 4 field placements in local schools.

In Arkansas, individuals who want to teach history must complete a teaching license in social studies, grades 7-12, with a possible add-on licensure for grades 4-6. This program has a 100% placement rate in K-12 schools for all history/secondary education students who wish to teach full time.  History Department graduates earn the highest starting salary of any Bachelor of Arts in history graduates in the state of Arkansas.

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Program Details

Admission Requirements

After admission to UA Little Rock, any student may be admitted to the program. Undergraduate admission requirements for the university can be found in our “Become a Student” section.

Graduation Requirements

Students are required to complete 120 minimum total hours, including 36 hours of major requirements, 45 hours of upper-level courses (3000-4000 level), and 30 hours in residence. This program requires second-language proficiency and requires a minor program of study. See the Undergraduate Catalog or contact the program advisor for more information.

Program Advisor

Dr. Kristen Dutcher Mann | Professor Department of History 501-569-8152 | kdmann@ualr.edu 

Accreditation

UA Little Rock is fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, affiliated with the Electronic Campus of the Southern Regional Education Board, and designated as “doctoral/research intensive” by the Carnegie Foundation.

Disabilities

UA Little Rock makes every effort to meet special accommodation and access needs. For information on specific accommodations for individuals with disabilities, you may contact the department sponsoring the class you wish to attend, call eLearning at 501-916-3003, or the Office of Disability Support Services at 501-916-3143. The Disability Support Services website, ualr.edu/disability provides information about the accommodation process and online forms to apply for services.
Cost per credit hour: $292