Overview

History majors at Cleveland State University (CSU) develop the following skills: better understand our society and the times in which we live; better understand ourselves and to place our own society in historical perspective; balance present-mindedness with historical memory; to acquire skills such as conducting research, communicating effectively through writing or oral communication, critical thinking, evaluating evidence, and problem-solving; to understand the roles which individuals and groups have played in shaping their worlds; for the enjoyment of examining societies very different or very similar to our own.

Careers

The major program not only prepares students for teaching and for graduate study in history but many students have found history an appropriate preparatory foundation for careers in law, library science, international work, the foreign service, the ministry, business, government and archival and museum work.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Western Civilization
Ancient World History to 1300 C.E.
Modern World History
United States History to 1877
United States History Since 1877
Latin American History
African History
Survey of Middle Eastern History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cleveland, United States

Disciplines

History View 1568 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Apply online and pay the $40 non-refundable application fee before submitting any supplemental documents

All secondary school records, including certificates. All school records should be submitted in the original language and should be accompanied by a certified English translation.

All students must meet the minimum English proficiency requirements for admission consideration. All test scores must be official and sent directly to CSU from the testing institution. For a full list of options for demonstrating English proficiency, please visit Undergraduate Admission Requirements.

In order to receive a certificate of eligibility for a student visa from CSU, all international students must submit documentation of financial support for one academic year.

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

20114 USD / year

≈ 20114 USD / year
Out-of-State

18972 USD / year

≈ 18972 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13258 USD / year

≈ 13258 USD / year

Living costs

Cleveland

United States

980 - 1620 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Cleveland

Funding

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