Major

The History major comprises the following courses and 33 hrs. in History electives numbered above 3000 to include nine sem. hrs. in U.S. history and nine sem. hrs. in non-U.S. history, which must include at least one 4000-level U.S. history and one 4000-level non-U.S. history course, and one additional 4000 level course.

• HIS 2010 - History of the United States to 1877. Credits: 3
• HIS 2020 - History of the United States Since 1877. Credits: 3
• HIS 2500 - Historical Research and Writing. Credits: 3
• HIS 2560 - Early Modern World History. Credits: 3
• HIS 3555 - Modern World History. Credits: 3
• HIS 3600G - The U.S. Constitution and the Nation. Credits: 3

Footnotes:

 (Major GPA based on all history courses taken at EIU.)

History majors are strongly advised to take 2000-level courses before 4000-level courses.