Overview

In the History program of Gettysburg College, you’ll hone your investigation and information literacy skills by exploring and analyzing varied sources across a range of periods and developments in the Western and non-Western worlds.

Learning Outcomes

Students will demonstrate .

a basic knowledge of global history and broad geographical area content.

the ability to analyze and contextualize primary sources.

an awareness of information literacy and the ability to conduct research in a variety of sources both primary and secondary.

the ability to understand the variety of methodologies in contemporary historical practice and to participate in historiographical conversations through critical reading, writing, and discussion.

the ability to develop and defend a coherent argument verbally and in writing.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Alexander the Great to Cleopatra: Forging Multicultural Empires

Historical Method

Historiography

Topics in European History

Italian City States

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Units

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Gettysburg, United States

Disciplines

History View 1572 other Bachelors in History in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Completed application form: Gettysburg College uses the Common Application, and students are strongly encouraged to submit their application online.

Official secondary school records.

Teacher recommendation.

Counselor recommendation.

Official SAT I or ACT scores: Official scores should be sent to the College. The institutional codes for Gettysburg College are 2275 (SAT) and 3580 (ACT).

English language proficiency testing.

International Student financial statement.

Financial aid application for International Students.

Interviews: While interviews are not required, Gettysburg College does value the opportunity to learn more about you beyond your application.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year
Out-of-State

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

68970 USD / year

≈ 68970 USD / year

Living costs

Gettysburg

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Gettysburg

Funding

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