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title: "History B.A. / Minor"
url: "/academics/programs/history"
type: program
date: 2026-06-07
updated: 2026-06-19
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# History B.A. / Minor
# History B.A. / Minor
**Understand the forces that shaped the world, and learn to think, research, and argue with evidence.**
As a history major at Manhattan University, you study change across centuries and continents, learning to weigh evidence, analyze complex patterns, and write with clarity and purpose. Guided by expert faculty and supported by hands-on research and internships near New York City, you graduate ready for careers in law, education, government, business, and beyond.
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Credit Hours120
Time to Complete4 Years
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This program is part of [History, Political Science and International Studies](/academics/kakos/departments/hist-pol-sci-intl)
This program is part of [Political Science](/academics/kakos/departments/hist-pol-sci-intl)
What Set's Us Apart The Manhattan University Difference
## What Sets Us Apart
The History major at Manhattan University teaches you to think across centuries and continents, weighing evidence and building persuasive arguments about how the world came to be the way it is. Guided by published scholars in small, discussion-driven classes, you develop the research, writing, and analytical skills that prepare you for law, education, government, business, and graduate study.
Breadth Across Eras and Regions
Study everything from the Crusades and the French Revolution to modern Japan, Latin America, and New York City, building a truly global perspective.
Learn From Published Scholars
Work directly with faculty whose research spans the American West, East Asia, the medieval world, and the modern Middle East, in and out of class.
Hands-On Historical Research
Apply for funded summer research through programs like Branigan Scholars, producing original work that strengthens graduate school and job applications.
Reacting to the Past
Learn pivotal historical moments by role-playing them in immersive classroom simulations that bring research, debate, and decision-making to life.
A City Full of History
Take faculty-led trips to Ellis Island, The Cloisters, the Japan Society, and other landmarks that turn New York City into a living classroom.
Study the World Abroad
Travel with faculty on study-abroad courses, including a recurring trip to Japan exploring religion, public history, and national identity.
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The Manhattan Advantage
## Why Study History at Manhattan University?
At Manhattan University, history students learn to read closely, write persuasively, and analyze evidence with the rigor that employers and graduate programs value most. Through close faculty mentorship, funded research opportunities, and access to the museums, archives, and institutions of New York City, you graduate not just knowing the past, but knowing how to use it to understand the present and shape what comes next.
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Courses and Curriculum
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## Why Study in New York City
New York City is one of the world's great archives, a place where centuries of history are preserved in its museums, neighborhoods, and institutions. Manhattan University history students take faculty-led trips to Ellis Island, City Hall, The Cloisters, the Japan Society, and the Van Cortlandt House Museum, turning the city into a living classroom. Our faculty draw on deep professional networks to place students in internships at museums, archives, libraries, government offices, nonprofits, and NGOs active at the United Nations. This real-world experience near the heart of New York City helps you build the skills, connections, and confidence to launch a career or pursue advanced study.
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## History: Learn to Understand the World.
At Manhattan University, history students gain the research, writing, and analytical skills employers and graduate programs value, taught in small classes by scholars dedicated to mentorship. You graduate prepared to think critically, argue from evidence, and adapt to nearly any career path.
Think Critically About the Past
Evaluate competing sources and interpretations, learning to question assumptions and reason carefully about cause and effect.
Write Clear, Rigorous Prose
Develop the ability to organize complex evidence into engaging, persuasive writing valued across every profession.
Conduct Original Research
Master archival and oral history methods, designing and carrying out research projects from question to conclusion.
Make Persuasive Arguments
Build and defend evidence-based arguments through discussion, debate, and writing in seminar-style classes.
Understand Culture and Society
Analyze how political, social, and cultural forces shape communities across time and around the world.
Prepare for Graduate Study
Build the research and writing foundation that strengthens applications to law school, graduate programs, and competitive careers.
Department Faculty ## **Learn From Leaders in the Field**
Manhattan University's history faculty are published scholars and active public voices whose expertise spans the ancient world to the modern United States, East Asia to Europe and the Middle East. They appear in the media, lead study-abroad courses, earn national fellowships, and publish widely, and they bring all of it into small classes where they know you by name and mentor you in and out of the classroom.
[Meet Departmental Faculty](/academics/kakos/departments/hist-pol-sci-intl/faculty "Faculty | Department of History, Political Science and International Studies")
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About
## The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences
The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is the largest of Manhattan University's three schools, offering 33 undergraduate majors, six graduate programs, and six combined degrees across the humanities, natural and social sciences, and professional fields. Grounded in the University's Lasallian Catholic mission and located near the heart of New York City, the School pairs rigorous academics with small classes, close faculty mentorship, and real-world experience throughout the five boroughs and beyond. That foundation delivers: Manhattan University ranks in the top 3% nationally for salary impact (Wall Street Journal, 2026), a measure of how strongly a degree here translates into graduates' career earnings.
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Careers & Outcomes
Costs & Aid ## Program Costs & Financial Aid
Manhattan University is committed to making a high-quality, career-focused education accessible and affordable. Through a combination of competitive tuition, robust financial aid, and our **Jasper Guarantee**, students and families can plan their education with confidence. The Jasper Guarantee locks your tuition rate for all four years—ensuring financial stability and eliminating unexpected increases as you work toward your degree.
More than 90% of Manhattan University students receive some form of financial assistance, including merit scholarships, grants, and need-based aid, significantly reducing the overall cost of attendance.
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- [Explore Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/undergraduate)
- [Learn More About Scholarships](/admissions/financial-aid/loans-grants/scholarships-and-grants)
- [Learn About the Jasper Guarantee](/admissions/undergraduate/jasper-guarantee)
A Manhattan University education is an investment in your future, and we are dedicated to helping you access the resources that make it possible.
[Learn More About Costs and Financial Aid](/admissions/financial-aid/)
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A Smarter Investment in Your Future
## Jasper Guarantee
At Manhattan University, every undergraduate student is protected by the Jasper Guarantee, which locks your tuition rate for all four years, ensuring clarity, stability, and peace of mind as you plan your education. This promise reflects our commitment to affordability and to supporting students and families throughout their academic journey.
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Admission Information ## Admissions Information
**Start Your Journey in History**
Applying to Manhattan University is designed to be clear and accessible. Review the requirements and key deadlines below to take the next step toward a future in data-driven business.
**Requirements:**
- Application & transcript
- SAT/ACT optional
- Personal statement
- Letter(s) of recommendation
**Deadlines:**
- Early Action: November 15
- Regular Decision: February 1
[Admission and Application Process](/admissions/financial-aid/)
### International Students:
Support available for visas, documentation, and English-language assessments.
[Learn More about International Financial Aid](/admissions/international/financial-aid/)
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## Prepare for the Real World
At Manhattan University, your education is built around who you are and where you want to go. Whether you’re ready to apply or just starting to explore, take the next step when you’re ready — we’re here to help.
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