Student Pathway 2021−2022 History AA-T
History Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
The History Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer provides a clear track for students wishing to transfer to a CSU campus, exposes students to the principles and practices of the discipline of History, and builds a foundation for students’ personal, academic, and professional endeavors.
The degree enables students to transfer to certain CSU four-year programs, preparing them for advanced university studies and potential careers in areas such as teaching, archival research, public history, government service, journalism, business, and law. History graduates are well suited for fields that require effective reading, writing, and critical thinking skills, as well as historically informed perspectives on contemporary global society.
The History Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer provides students with a major that fulfills the general requirements of the California State University for transfer. Students with this degree will receive priority admission with junior status to the California State University system.
Program Contact: Patrick Fontes, Jennifer Hanson | Program Counselor: Rachel Moring-Garcia
Recommended Pathway
Semester 1:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| English 1A/1AH | Reading and Composition | 4 | CSU GE A2 | IGETC 1A |
| History 11 or History 12/12H |
History of the United States to 1877 History of the United States since 1855 |
3 | CSU GE C2/D or IGETC 3B/4 |
| Math 11 or Statistics 7 | Elementary Statistics | 4 | CSU GE B4 | IGETC 2 |
| CSU GE E/IGETC 4 | Lifelong Learning and Self-Development or Social and Behavioral Sciences |
3 | Select 1 course from CSU GE E or IGETC 4 to fill this area |
| Semester Units: 14 | |||
- Explore transfer institutions and meet with Counselor to develop Student Educational Plan (SEP)
- Consult with History Instructor(s) – Patrick Fontes and/or Jennifer Hanson – to discuss educational goals
- Join the History Club
Semester 2:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSU GE A3/IGETC 1B | Critical Thinking | 3 | Select 1 course from CSU GE A3 or IGETC 3A to fill this area |
| History 11 or History 12/12H |
History of the United States to 1877 History of the United States since 1855 |
3 | CSU GE C2/D or IGETC 3B/4 |
| CSU GE B2/B3 IGETC 5B/5C |
Life Science Biological Science |
4 | Must take a course with Lab (L) to satisfy CSU GE B3/IGETC 5C |
| CSU GE A1 | IGETC 1C | Oral Communication | 3 | Select 1 course from CSU GE A1 or IGETC 1C to fill this area |
| Political Science 2/2H | American Government | 3 | CSU GE D/IGETC 4 |
| Semester Units: 16 | |||
- Meet with Counselor to ensure you are on track and make any updates needed to your SEP
Semester 3:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hist 1 or 20 or Hist 2 or 23 |
Western Civilization to 1648 or World History I to 1600 Western Civilization from 1648 or World History II, since 1500 |
3 | Major List A **Will also meet General Education areas – depending on CSU or IGETC – See Counselor for details |
| Major List B1 or B2 – One Course Required | - | 3 | Select 1 course from Major List B1 or 2 to fill this area |
| CSU GE C1 | IGETC 3A | Arts | 3 | Select 1 course from CSU GE C1 or IGETC 3A to fill this area |
| CSU GE B1/B3 IGETC 5A/5C |
Physical Science | 3-4 | Must take a course with Lab (L) to satisfy CSU GE B3/IGETC 5C – If not satisfied with CSUGE B2/IGETC 5B course selection |
| Elective | - | 3 | See Counselor to Discuss Options |
| Semester Units: 16 | |||
Apply to Transfer schools
CSU: 10/1-11/30 | UC: 11/1-11/30 | Privates: Dates Vary
Consult with History Instructor(s) – Patrick Fontes and/or Jennifer Hanson – to discuss educational goals
Semester 4:
| Course Number | Course Title | Units | Advising/Action Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hist 1 or 20 or Hist 2 or 23 |
Western Civilization to 1648 or World History I to 1600 Western Civilization from 1648 or World History II, since 1500 |
3 | Major List A **Will also meet General Education areas – depending on CSU or IGETC – See Counselor for details |
| Major List B1 or B2 – One Course Required | - | 3 | Select 1 course from Major List B1 or 2 to fill this area |
| CSU GE Area F | Ethnic Studies | 3 | See Counselor for Recommendations |
| Elective | - | 3 | See Counselor for Recommendations |
| Elective | - | 3 | See Counselor for Recommendations |
| Semester Units: 15 | |||
- Apply for degree and Certificate: January - February
- Check student portals for transfer schools that you've applied to regularly - Don't miss any important deadlines!
*IGETC Area 6 Requirement – Language Other Than English (UC Requirement Only)
