Austin,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in History in Austin United States | University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
|
Austin United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,554
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Students choose the UT History department for diverse motivations. Many seek to uncover the roots of their ancestry, local communities, or spiritual and cultural heritage, whereas others aim to understand contemporary global affairs and their historical foundations. Some are drawn to exploring the vast narrative of human civilization, filled with compelling figures, transformative concepts, and the collective impact of everyday decisions and circumstances.
Historical study reveals how societies interact with and transform their natural surroundings, and why communities form distinct identities. More captivating than fiction, history presents authentic accounts—carefully reconstructed from surviving evidence. Practicing history involves detective work: uncovering, analyzing, and synthesizing information from documents and artifacts to construct accurate narratives of bygone eras.
Whatever brings students to history, they discover that a UT history major delivers tangible advantages. History students develop strong writing and analytical abilities. They gain expertise in assessing various forms of evidence and managing extensive research projects. They learn from faculty renowned for both academic scholarship and dynamic teaching—educators who motivate as much as they educate. Equipped with the skills that define a well-rounded education, our graduates pursue careers across multiple sectors including education, corporate, legal, financial, public policy, government, media, and beyond.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Your High School Transcripts and Any College Transcripts
Please submit documentation showing that you have completed (or will be completing) an accredited secondary school series equivalent to that of a U.S. high school. Please ensure your official record or transcript (mark sheet) shows your secondary work and grades (or marks) from 9th to at least the end of 11th grade. You will need to include 9th grade even if that work was completed at a different institution. You should also include copies of your official final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program, including external exams such as the General Certificate of Education (GCE) O and A level examinations, school leaving certificates and matriculation exams. If you have earned any college credit (including dual credit) while in high school, submit official transcripts to UT Austin. Please provide official English translations together with the original language records.
High School Prerequisites - You must complete or be on track to complete certain high school coursework to be competitive for admission.
SAT/ACT Scores - Students should submit at least one set of scores directly from the testing agency. We do not require the SAT Essay or ACT Writing scores. Scores included in transcripts and copies of score reports dont meet this requirement. When you ask the testing agency to send your scores, use the codes the agencies have designated for UT Austin:
SAT 6882
ACT 4240
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 79 (internet-based test)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Please submit documentation showing that you have completed (or will be completing) an accredited secondary school series equivalent to that of a U.S. high school. Please ensure your official record or transcript (mark sheet) shows your secondary work and grades (or marks) from 9th to at least the end of 11th grade. You will need to include 9th grade even if that work was completed at a different institution. You should also include copies of your official final examinations taken at the end of the secondary school program, including external exams such as the General Certificate of Education (GCE) O and A level examinations, school leaving certificates and matriculation exams. If you have earned any college credit (including dual credit) while in high school, submit official transcripts to UT Austin. Please provide official English translations together with the original language records.
High School Prerequisites - You must complete or be on track to complete certain high school coursework to be competitive for admission.
SAT/ACT Scores - Students should submit at least one set of scores directly from the testing agency. We do not require the SAT Essay or ACT Writing scores. Scores included in transcripts and copies of score reports dont meet this requirement. When you ask the testing agency to send your scores, use the codes the agencies have designated for UT Austin:
SAT 6882
ACT 4240
Resume
Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL: 79 (internet-based test)
IELTS: An overall band of 6.5 on the Academic Examination
Tuition
USD
42,554