Jun 12, 2026  
2019-2020 Edgewood College Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Edgewood College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

History, BA


Policies

  • It is strongly recommended that history majors who plan to attend graduate school take a foreign language. Students should consult with their academic advisor for information.
  • Both undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students must earn at least 12 credits in History at Edgewood College.
  • AP credit policy: AP exams credit may be accepted to fulfill students’ major requirements in the field of electives, up to two courses.

  • Majors must earn 28 credits at the 200-level or above in History. A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 is required in History courses taken toward the major.

  • Students should consult with their academic advisor to learn the details about how students can satisfy their COR 3 requirement.

Major Requirements


A minimum of 42 credits in History are required as follows:

Required Course


Two courses in European History


Two courses in United States History


Two courses in East Asian History


One of HIST 400/401 Sequence


Electives


Elective Courses to Complete the 42 credit total.  To be chosen in consultation with History Department advisor.  Student should confirm choices with their advisor.

 

Course Name Credits