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Associate in Arts - History Transfer Pathway


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Program Code: AA.40486

This degree program is designed to allow you to complete required general education courses and introductory history courses for your intended program of study at a college or university. The transfer program is intended for students seeking to complete a bachelor's degree or higher in history. It is crucial to consult with a Student Success Advisor on proper course selections to align with your ultimate transfer and career goals.

Program Requirements Meeting the Michigan Transfer Agreement


Students wishing to fulfill the Michigan Transfer Agreement (MTA) must successfully complete at least 30 credits of MTA approved courses with a minimum of a “C” (2.0) or better in each course. It is important to consult with a Student Success Advisor on proper course selections to align with your ultimate transfer or career goals.

English Composition


  • Any College Composition I course from approved list below
  • Any College Composition II course from approved list below

Approved College Composition I courses are ENG 111A , ENG 111B , ENG 111C , ENG 111H , or ENG 111 .

Approved College Composition II courses are ENG 112A , ENG 112H , ENG 112 , ENG 113 , ENG 211H , or ENG 211 .

Humanities


Humanities courses must be from two different subjects.

Note: A foreign language is recommended.

Social Sciences


Approved Foundational Civics courses are any History course HIS 237W  or below, or any Political Science course POL 232W  or below.

Social Science courses must be from two different subjects.

Natural Science


Natural Science courses must be from two different subjects.

Note: BIO 230HW /BIO 230W  is recommended as a non-lab course.

Mathematics


Additional Degree Requirements


Civic Engagement


  • Any Civic Engagement option from approved list below

Approved options are:

HIS 237W  (recommended), or POL 105HW /POL 105W  

OR

A Civic Engagement project (1 credit) - A faculty member (History faculty member recommended) must supervise this project, either as a project tied to a course, or as individualized instruction.

HIS 237W  and POL 105HW /POL 105W  will satisfy both the Foundational Civics and Civic Engagement graduation requirements.

Lifelong Wellness


  • Complete a minimum of 2 credits in any set of Lifelong Wellness course options from the Lifelong Wellness page 

Major Courses


  • A minimum of four history classes (at least one American and one non-American) is required as part of the general electives needed for an Associate in Arts degree. Choose from the following:

American (generally U.S.-focused) Courses:

  • HIS 215W  —Recent African-American History: Since 1865
  • HIS 217W  —Hispanics in the U.S.
  • HIS 221W  —Early American History
  • HIS 222W  —Recent American History
  • HIS 225W  —History of Women and Gender in the United States
  • HIS 237W  —History of Michigan/With Project

Non-American Courses:

  • HIS 111W  —A Survey of Early Western Civilization 
  • HIS 112W  —A Survey of Later Western Civilization
  • HIS 240W  —Renaissances and Reformations in Early Modern Europe
  • HIS 242W  —Medieval History: c. 500-1500 CE

Consult with a Student Success Advisor on proper course selections to align with your ultimate transfer or career goals.

Additional Electives


  • Electives to meet the overall 62 credits required for an Associate in Arts Degree

Elective courses may be taken from History or other disciplines. At least one additional History course is recommended in addition to the four required. Consult with a Student Success Advisor on proper course selections to align with your ultimate transfer or career goals.

Total Credits: 62


Notations


  1. Students wishing to fulfill the Michigan Transfer Agreement must successfully complete at least 30 credits of MTA approved courses, with a minimum of a “C” (2.0) or better in each course.
  2. HIS 237W  and POL 105HW /POL 105W  will satisfy both the Foundational Civics and Civic Engagement graduation requirements.
  3. Students with special considerations for exercise should reach out to the course instructor, program coordinator, and/or Office of Disability Resources for exercise accommodations when appropriate. The Lifelong Wellness Activity (LWA) 1 credit class can be waived with a full season of intercollegiate athletics validated by the Athletic Director.

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