Bachelor of Arts [B.A] History
The combination of creativity, collaborative communication, and critical thinking skills fostered by the School of Arts and Humanities (A&H) makes this degree applicable to a variety of occupations. Aside from the mainstream career paths of teaching or working in archival and museum settings, students with a history degree may find employment in government, nonprofit or business organizations.
Students may also be certified to teach high school history through the UT Dallas Teacher Development Center. The University’s Career Center is an important resource for students pursuing postgraduate employment. Licensed counselors are available to provide strategies for mastering job interviews, writing professional cover letters and resumes, and connecting with campus recruiters, among other services.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $44812 | $44812 |
| Books and supply | $1300 | $1300 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $2250 | $2250 |
| Other Fees | $922 | $922 |
| Total Fees | $49284 | $49284 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 6.5 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 80 | 120 | 3 |
| SAT | Scholastic Aptitude Test | 1250 | 1600 | 1 |
| ACT | American College Testing | 26 | 36 | 1 |
| PTE | Pearson Test of English | 67 | 90 | 3 |
| Duolingo | Duolingo | 105 | 160 | 1 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have an official secondary school transcript to get admission.
- Students required to maintain at least a 3.0 overall GPA.
Language Requirments:
- Students whose official language is not English are required to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores.
- Students are required to submit an SAT or ACT score to be considered for admission.
International students who currently or will hold a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction, do not need to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score report.