Overview

Studying History at Carson-Newman gives you the intellectual tools for lifelong learning — such as critical thinking, analysis, digital research and writing — along with hands-on experience in “doing history.”

The History program at Carson-Newman University offers an expansive view of world history and a wide range of courses for your unique interests.

Career Path Options

BA in History with Teacher Licensure

Prepares students to teach history in public and private 6–12 schools

BA in History

Provides the foundation for a variety of post-graduation options including graduate school for MA or PhD degrees in academic history or related professional programs in archival work, library science, public history, museums studies or historical preservation/interpretation

Whatever your career interests, you can follow your passions as you explore the world of history. After you complete core requirements in world history and American history, these are some of the options you can study through electives: British imperialism, African history, the Middle East, Japan, China, the revolutionary era in Europe, Civil Rights, Asian cinema, literature and revolution. The program also has a strong emphasis on social history and issues of social justice.

Carson-Newman history graduates are scattered around the world with specialties as varied as their own personal interests. A few examples:

International education

Business sector

Nonprofit work in social history or social justice

Local, state or national government

Teaching

Leadership for historic sites, museums and libraries

Academic research

Programme Structure

Courses include:

World History

United States History

Modern Middle East

Global Feminism: Women in the Modern World

Modern Africa

Literature and Revolution

The Confucian Tradition

Japan Past and Present

China in Revolution

Imperialism

European History

Europe in Transition, 1350-1789

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-31 00:00:00 , International

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Carson-Newman University maintains a rolling admissions policy. For national Students, priority application deadline for fall admission is May 1.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jefferson City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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General requirements

Application for Admission.

Official Transcripts from high school or secondary school and diploma or National Examination Result slip (One in original native language, one translated into English)- A professional course-by-course evaluation may be required for the admissions process.

Official Duolingo, TOEFL or IELTS score report.

Confirmation of Financial Support form (this form can be accessed through your application status portal).

Official, currently dated bank letter in support of funding listed on Confirmation of Financial Support form (bank letter instructions can be accessed in your application status portal).

I-20 Application (this form can be accessed through your application status portal).

Color scan of passport photo page.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

38700 USD / year

≈ 38700 USD / year
Out-of-State

38700 USD / year

≈ 38700 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

38700 USD / year

≈ 38700 USD / year

Living costs

Jefferson City

United States

1005 - 1867 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Career Path Options

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Jefferson City

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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