Bachelor of Arts: History

Explore the Past, Shape the Future—All from Wherever You Are!

At Georgia Southern University, our fully online BA in History offers a flexible, career-driven degree that equips you with the analytical, research, and communication skills that today’s employers value. Whether you’re fascinated by world history, political movements, military conflicts, or cultural shifts, our program allows you to study the past while preparing for your future—all on your schedule.

Why Choose Our Online History BA?

• A Rigorous & Engaging Curriculum – Explore diverse historical fields, including U.S., European, non-Western, and public history. Over thirty faculty will guide you through interpreting historical narratives, conducting original research, and crafting compelling arguments.
• Career-Focused Learning and Internship Opportunities – A history degree isn’t just for teachers and historians! Our graduates primarily succeed in business, law, government, data analysis, and the public sector, where strong research and critical thinking skills are in demand.  We have online career events where you get to talk to our alumni and other history degree holders about career opportunities and paths.  And you can take up to nine credits associated with internships, either self-developed or with a growing list of over fifty organizations.
• Flexible & Supportive – Learn from the same dedicated faculty who teach in our on-campus program, all from the comfort of your home. You’ll engage with professors and peers in interactive online courses designed for active learning.
• Capstone Experience – Conclude your studies with HIST 4640: Senior Capstone, where you’ll conduct an independent research project based on earlier classwork, demonstrating the research, analytical expertise, and digital skills that make history graduates stand out.
• An Affordable, Accredited Degree – Georgia Southern’s low tuition rates and quality online education make this degree a smart investment in your future.

Whether you’re starting fresh or completing a degree, our fully online BA in History lets you tailor your education to your career goals, interests, and lifestyle.

Admission requirements for students just completing high school are hosted on the University Admissions Page.

Transfer student information is hosted on the Transfer Student Admission page.

Adult and non-traditional students who have been out of high school for at least five years or your high school class graduated at least five years ago can find admission information detailed here.

Be sure to read all of the Academic Renewal Policy if you were previously enrolled in a University System of Georgia school and are returning to finish your degree.

For questions contact the Department of History:

Hawes Hall # 109
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419-1997
Phone: 912-344-2763

Interdisciplinary Academic Building, #3009
P.O. Box 8054
Statesboro, GA 30460
Phone: 912-478-4478
Fax: 912-478-0377
Email: history@georgiasouthern.edu

Not all programs are available to residents in all states. Please check the institution's State Authorization and Professional Licensure website(s) to ensure you reside in an authorized state.

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