$270
Tuition Cost per Credit
2 years
Average Completion*
Turn Your Passion for History Into a Career in Education
The Bachelor of Arts in History with a Minor in Education at Athens State University combines a strong foundation in history with the knowledge and skills needed to pursue a career teaching students in grades 6-12. You’ll explore the people, events, ideas, and movements that shaped our world while learning how to help young people understand their significance.
Through your history coursework, you’ll develop strong research, analytical, writing, and communication skills. Your Education minor complements that foundation with an understanding of student development, instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, and effective teaching practices.
Whether you’re beginning your journey toward becoming a history teacher or transferring to Athens State to complete your bachelor’s degree, this program can help you turn your passion for history into a career that makes a lasting difference.
Program Overview
Great history teachers do more than teach dates and events. They help students understand how the past shapes the present, evaluate evidence, consider different perspectives, and develop the critical-thinking skills needed to become informed citizens.
The Bachelor of Arts in History with a Minor in Education brings together the study of history and preparation for a career in secondary education. You’ll build broad knowledge of American, European, and world history while learning how to research historical questions, evaluate evidence, construct arguments, and communicate ideas effectively.
Your Education minor adds the instructional foundation needed to apply that knowledge in the classroom. You’ll explore how students learn and develop while gaining knowledge of teaching methods, classroom management, assessment, curriculum, and other principles of effective instruction. The program is designed for students who want to pursue teaching opportunities with students in grades 6-12 and share their interest in history with the next generation.
What You’ll Learn
The History program gives you a broad understanding of the people, events, cultures, institutions, and ideas that have shaped societies over time. You’ll study history from multiple perspectives while learning to place events in context and understand the forces that influenced them.
You’ll develop practical research skills as you work with primary and secondary sources and learn to evaluate evidence, recognize perspective and bias, identify historical patterns, and construct well-supported conclusions. Your coursework will also strengthen your writing and communication skills so you can explain complex historical ideas clearly and effectively.
The Education minor adds the knowledge needed to translate that subject expertise into effective instruction. You’ll explore student development, instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment, and other practices that support student learning.
Together, these areas of study prepare you to understand both what you teach and how to help students learn it. By completing the program, you’ll have a strong academic foundation in history and education that can prepare you to pursue teaching opportunities with students in grades 6-12, subject to applicable state certification and licensure requirements.
Your Career Advantage Starts Here
If you have a passion for history and enjoy helping others learn, this program can turn those interests into a meaningful career.
Explore your career pathways with the B.A. in History with a Minor in Education, including anticipated salaries, annual job growth, and even active job listings through the Career Concourse portal.
$58k
History Teacher Estimated Entry Salary
$71k
History Teacher Estimated Median Salary
Estimated salary and employment information based on labor market data provided by Career Concourse and is intended for informational purposes only. Actual salaries and employment outcomes vary based on factors such as experience, location, industry, and employer and are not guaranteed upon degree completion.
Admissions & Aid
Athens State University is committed to making a high-quality bachelor’s degree accessible and affordable for transfer students and working adults.
Whether you’re transferring after completing an associate degree, returning to college to finish your bachelor’s degree, or continuing your education after time in the workforce, Athens State offers a straightforward path toward your degree.
Our Admissions & Aid team can help you understand admission requirements, transfer credit, financial aid, scholarships, and other options for making your education more affordable.
Ready to take the next step? Explore your admission and financial aid options and see how Athens State can help you reach your goals.
Why Choose this Program at Athens State?
Life doesn’t stop while you’re earning your degree. That’s why the Bachelor of Arts in History with a Minor in Education is offered through a variety of flexible course formats, allowing you to complete coursework when it fits your schedule without sacrificing academic quality.
Built for Today’s Professionals
You shouldn’t have to choose between advancing your education and advancing your career. Athens State’s degree programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Flexible learning options allow you to pursue your degree while continuing to meet your professional and personal commitments.
Invest in Your Future The Smart Way
Athens State University is committed to providing an affordable, high-quality education. As Alabama’s most affordable public, state university, we give you the opportunity to earn an advanced degree while making a smart investment in your future, without unnecessary debt. Plus, our learning partnerships make a degree from Athens Sate even more accessible.
Learn from Experienced Faculty
Our faculty combine academic excellence with real-world experience, bringing current industry practices into every course. At Athens State, you’re not facing the journey alone—our dedicated, knowledgeable faculty and staff walk alongside you each step of the way, providing personalized guidance and support.
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*Average completion time varies by student and depends on prior credits
transferred to Athens State and the number of courses taken per semester.
Please consult with your Student Success Coach and faculty advisor for your personalized plan of study.