Overview

History majors at The University of St. Thomas (UST) will demonstrate a basic knowledge of World, European, and American history during their studies. They will also demonstrate mastery of research and writing skills in a capstone research paper in an upper level History course.

Careers

Students with the BA degree in history will be prepared to use their knowledge, research and writing skills in pursuit of advanced degrees and in careers related to history, such as law, journalism, education, librarianship, archival work, museum studies, government, and many more careers where liberally educated graduates are inclined.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Greek and Roman History

Medieval Europe

Renaissance and Reformation

Renaissance Women

The Enlightenment and its Critics

Capitalism and Communism

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

More details

May 1: admissions and scholarship options are based on availability

Otherwise, applications may be submitted any time during the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Houston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.8

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

An official transcript of high school work, home school program or an official copy of a GED certificate.
Standardized test scores for either the SAT or ACT (UST school code for SAT is 6880 and for ACT is 4238) The Classical Learning Test is also accepted. Students seeking test–optional admission should speak with a UST Admissions Counselor
A one page personal essay discussing why the applicant is interested in UST, what he/she plans to study, and why he/she will be an asset to the UST community.
Students five years, or beyond, high school/high school equivalent completion who have not taken a standardized test are not required to submit test scores.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

34634 USD / year

≈ 34634 USD / year
Out-of-State

34634 USD / year

≈ 34634 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

34634 USD / year

≈ 34634 USD / year

Living costs

Houston

United States

1067 - 1950 USD / month

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Houston

Funding

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