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2024
- 2025 Catalog Year
General
Studies Gold
Degree:
BA
LAHISBA
Only the stand-alone BA or the accelerated History BA/MA combination are available to ASU Online students at this time.
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Term 1
0 - 16 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by 
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Minimum Grade |
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C |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
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3 |
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
16 |
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Term 2
16 - 30 Credit Hours
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Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
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4 |
C |
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4 |
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Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
14 |
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- Students who have completed 30 credit hours and ENG 102 may take HST 330 in place of HST 130.
- ASU Language Placement and Testing: Only true beginners are eligible for 101-level second language courses. All other students are required to take a placement exam, regardless of prior credit earned, to verify the course level is appropriate. Students already proficient in a second language may take a proficiency exam.
- Join a student club or professional organization.
- If interested in law school, review the Pre-Law at ASU website.
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Term 3
30 - 46 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
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4 |
C |
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American Institutions (AMIT)
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3 |
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Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
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3 |
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Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS)
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3 |
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Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
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Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
16 |
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- Related Area course chosen from list at bottom of map.
- Many General Studies requirements can overlap with major requirements, leaving more room for electives. Consult an academic advisor to select the best courses for your personal plan of study.
- Explore opportunities to study abroad.
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Term 4
46 - 60 Credit Hours
Critical course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
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4 |
C |
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4 |
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Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
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3 |
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
14 |
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Term 5
60 - 76 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by 
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
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4 |
C |
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Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
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3 |
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Sustainability (SUST)
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3 |
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
16 |
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- The sequence of upper-division history courses shown here is a suggested one. Except where prerequisites dictate the order, consult an academic advisor to determine the best sequence of courses for your personal plan of study.
- HST 304 is a variable topics course. Some topics carry one or more General Studies designations. Check the class schedule to confirm any General Studies designations for the specific course topic.
- Consider participating in an Undergraduate Research Experience through the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies or a research opportunity in the Humanities Lab.
- If planning on law school, prepare to take the LSAT.
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Term 6
76 - 91 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
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3 |
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
15 |
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- History in the Wild course chosen from list at bottom of map.
- HST 303, 305, and 307 are variable topics courses. Some topics carry one or more General Studies designations. Check the class schedule to confirm any General Studies designations for the specific course topic.
- Participate in an internship to gain valuable career experience and contacts. For help exploring internship opportunities related to your major, meet with an academic advisor.
- Explore graduate school opportunities.
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Term 7
91 - 106 Credit Hours
Necessary course signified by
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Hours |
Minimum Grade |
Notes |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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3 |
C |
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Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI)
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3 |
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3 |
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Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
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Term hours subtotal: |
15 |
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College/School:
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Only the stand-alone BA or the accelerated History BA/MA combination are available to ASU Online students at this time. |
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Critical Course
Necessary Course
Term 1
0 - 16 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
Term 2
16 - 30 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Complete ENG 101 OR ENG 105 OR ENG 107 course(s).
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
- Students who have completed 30 credit hours and ENG 102 may take HST 330 in place of HST 130.
- ASU Language Placement and Testing: Only true beginners are eligible for 101-level second language courses. All other students are required to take a placement exam, regardless of prior credit earned, to verify the course level is appropriate. Students already proficient in a second language may take a proficiency exam.
- Join a student club or professional organization.
- If interested in law school, review the Pre-Law at ASU website.
Term 3
30 - 46 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
American Institutions (AMIT)
Humanities, Arts and Design (HUAD)
Quantitative Reasoning (QTRS)
Complete First-Year Composition requirement.
Complete Mathematics (MATH) requirement.
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
- Related Area course chosen from list at bottom of map.
- Many General Studies requirements can overlap with major requirements, leaving more room for electives. Consult an academic advisor to select the best courses for your personal plan of study.
- Explore opportunities to study abroad.
Term 4
46 - 60 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Social and Behavioral Sciences (SOBE)
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
Term 5
60 - 76 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Second Language: Requirement satisfied through the following:
* Completion of a language course at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent), including American Sign Language IV.
Hours: 4
Minimum Grade: C
Governance and Civic Engagement (CIVI)
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
- The sequence of upper-division history courses shown here is a suggested one. Except where prerequisites dictate the order, consult an academic advisor to determine the best sequence of courses for your personal plan of study.
- HST 304 is a variable topics course. Some topics carry one or more General Studies designations. Check the class schedule to confirm any General Studies designations for the specific course topic.
- Consider participating in an Undergraduate Research Experience through the School of Historical, Philosophical and Religious Studies or a research opportunity in the Humanities Lab.
- If planning on law school, prepare to take the LSAT.
Term 6
76 - 91 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
- History in the Wild course chosen from list at bottom of map.
- HST 303, 305, and 307 are variable topics courses. Some topics carry one or more General Studies designations. Check the class schedule to confirm any General Studies designations for the specific course topic.
- Participate in an internship to gain valuable career experience and contacts. For help exploring internship opportunities related to your major, meet with an academic advisor.
- Explore graduate school opportunities.
Term 7
91 - 106 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Global Communities, Societies and Individuals (GCSI)
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
Term 8
106 - 120 Credit Hours
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Hours: 3
Minimum Grade: C
Maintain 2.25 GPA in HST.
- HST 306 is a variable topics course. Some topics carry one or more General Studies designations. Check the class schedule to confirm any General Studies designations for the specific course topic.
- Take advantage of mock interview opportunities and assistance with writing resumes and cover letters.
- Apply for career opportunities.
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