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The Bachelor of Arts in History empowers students to become principled, knowledgeable global citizens by developing essential analytical abilities for research, evaluation, and clear communication. Pairing this history major with a selected minor provides lifelong benefits for personal growth, career advancement, and meaningful community engagement.
International freshman applicants must be high school graduates (students that have the equivalent of a diploma in the United States).
English proficiency is measured through the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A score of at least 550 on the paper based exam or 77 on the internet based TOEFL is required. USC also accepts the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or the PTE Academic Test. Students must score at least a 6.5 on the IELTS, or at least a 53 on the PTE.