Students must successfully complete HIST 391, and at least one 400-level NIU history course (excluding HIST 400, HIST 492, HIST 496, and HIST 497) before taking HIST 491. At least two such 400-level NIU history courses (excluding HIST 400, HIST 492, HIST 496, and HIST 497) are required to complete the major.
Seven courses at the 300-400 level from courses in the following fields with a maximum of four courses in any field (21)
Ancient and medieval history
Asian and African history
European history (including British)
Global History
Latin American history
Russian history
United States history
Requirements outside Department (B.A., 0-12; B.S., 10-15)
For the B.A. degree Fulfillment of B.A. foreign language requirement (0-12) See “Foreign Language Requirement for the B.A. Degree” in the Other Graduation Requirements section of this catalog.
For the B.S. degree Laboratory science/mathematical/computational skills sequence (10-15) See “College Requirement for the B.S. Degree” in the Other Graduation Requirements section of this catalog.
Total Hours for a Major in History: 40-52 (B.A.) OR 50-55 (B.S.)
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