The purpose of the bachelor of arts degree in history is to provide a lasting foundation of knowledge and skills for students to carry through post-baccalaureate opportunities. The major is rich in diversity due to the depth of coursework and the variety of professors' specialities.

The history program offers the bachelor of arts degree in history, the associate of arts degree in history and a minor in history for students majoring in another discipline.

History students will become knowledgeable in general history, including U.S. History and world civilization, and they and will also become familiar with more focused areas of history ranging from "History of the Old South" to Medieval Europe. Students can be assured that a well-rounded foundation of knowledge and skills will be provided to them through the program and also through the tradition of a liberal arts education.

Students who are interested in history include students who want to explore career opportunities in the history field; students who want to become high school history teachers; students who plan to attend law school, students who plan to enter public service or students who plan to enter a profession in the media.