History (BA)

History (BA)

Arizona State University’s online Bachelor of Arts in history focuses on the growth and development of human society from a political, social, economic and cultural perspective. In this program, you’ll gain the skills needed to assess evidence, sort out conflicting interpretations and draw informed conclusions about the ever-changing world we live in. An online history degree is perfect for those interested in careers in law, business, education and policy-making.

Quick facts

Next start date: 05/18/2026
Total classes: 39
Weeks per class: 7.5
Credit hours: 120

HST 495: Methods of Historical Inquiry (L)

HST 109: United States to 1865 (AMIT OR (HU or SB) & H)

HST 101: Global History Since 1500 (GCSI OR HU & H & G)

HST 100: Global History to 1500 (GCSI OR HU & H & G)

HST 110: United States Since 1865 (AMIT OR SB & H)

HST 130: The Historian's Craft

HST 303: Studies in Asian History

HST 304: Studies in European History

HST 306: Studies in United States History

HST 485: History in the Wild

The variety of jobs a history degree readies you for

Completing a bachelor’s in history demonstrates your commitment to thorough research. Additionally, you’ll develop transferable skills such as analytical reasoning and the ability to communicate effectively; skills that are desired across professions. Upon graduating, you’ll be equipped for jobs in a range of fields, from law and business, to education and policy-making and more.

Archivists

Growth: 3.8%
Salary: $61,570

Editors

Growth: 0.6%
Salary: $75,260

Historians

Growth: 2.2%
Salary: $74,050

History Teachers, Postsecondary

Growth: -0.2%
Salary: $81,500

Intelligence Analysts

Growth: -0.7%
Salary: $93,580

Lawyers

Growth: 4.1%
Salary: $151,160

Military Officer Special and Tactical Operations Leaders, All Other

Salary: $0

Curators

Growth: 7.0%
Salary: $61,770

News Analysts, Reporters and Journalists

Growth: -3.9%
Salary: $60,280

Legislators

Growth: 3.4%
Salary: $44,810