History

Why History?

In the history program, you will explore past human experiences while developing your critical thinking skills. As part of the program, you will conduct research, find and analyze evidence, and learn to communicate clear and logical conclusions.

Students who concentrate in history may find fulfilling careers in politics, government service, teaching, law, public relations, journalism, religious ministry, library science, and many other fields.

Program Details

Associate in Arts

Format
On Campus, Online, Hybrid
In-District Tuition
$169/credit hour
Out-of-District Tuition
$337/credit hour
Degree
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Average Time to Complete
2 years
Financial Options
Financial Aid is available.

Program Highlights

History helps us understand people and societies. It also enables us to critically examine the past as a way to develop informed approaches to the social and cultural challenges we face today. As a history student at HCC, you will investigate key figures, movements, and major events in civilizations from the first millennium B.C. onward and learn how to develop your own historical interpretations.

Many HCC history faculty members are leaders in local and state historical societies and have significant expertise in a wide range of topics, including the life and leadership of Abraham Lincoln. Courses range from Western Civilization and British History to African-American History and Non-Western Civilization.

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Courses

  • HIST 101: Western Civilization to 1500

IAI Course Code: S2 902

  • HIST 102: Western Civilization Since 1500

IAI Course Code: S2 903

  • HIST 135: History of the US to 1865

IAI Course Code: S2 900

  • HIST 136: History of the US Since 1865

IAI Course Code: S2 901

  • HIST 150: Latin American History

IAI Course Code: S2 920N

  • HIST 210: African-American History
  • HIST 261: Non-Western Civilization I

IAI Course Code: S2 904N

  • HIST 262: Non-Western Civilization II

IAI Course Code: S2 905N

  • HIST 296: Special Topics in History

IAI courses have been approved for transfer to an Illinois public university.

Degree - Associate in Arts

Within our Associate in Arts degree, there may be specific courses that are recommended for your major at your chosen transfer school. It’s important to meet with an academic advisor each semester to ensure that the correct coursework is taken, while earning your degree.

Even if your specific concentration or major is not listed on our application or program pages, academic advisors can help ensure you are taking the right coursework for your chosen major.

Learn more about the general education requirements for an Associate in Arts. 

Transfer Guide

Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI) 

Heartland Community College is a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide transfer agreement among more than 100 colleges and universities in Illinois. IAI courses have been approved for transfer to an Illinois public university. For more information about the Illinois Articulation Initiative, please visit the IAI website. 

General Education Core Curriculum Requirement

For completion of the Associate in Arts degree, you will need to complete a minimum of 37 general education core curriculum (GECC) hours, within 7 categories, as part of the 60-credit hour degree. Please click on the category to view what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories.

View what courses Heartland has to offer within each of the required categories:
Communications 
Fine Arts 
Humanities 
Life Sciences 
Mathematics 
Physical Sciences 
Social & Behavioral Sciences

Careers

Professional historians research, analyze, and interpret the past. Equipped with these skills, many history majors attend law or other professional schools after earning a bachelor’s degree. Internships can help prepare you for museum or public policy work. With a background in history, you may find a fulfilling career as a:

  • Archivist
  • Anthropologist/Archaeologist
  • Demographer
  • Historic Preservationist
  • Sociologist
  • Teacher

The U.S. Department of Education's gainful employment regulations require disclosure of certain program information to students and prospective students.

Please review the employment information pertaining to your degree or certificate by selecting your intended program at the Heartland Community College Career Coach.

For more information about graduation rates, loan repayment rates, and post-enrollment earnings about this institution and other postsecondary institutions visit the U.S Department of Education College Scorecard site.

Contact Information

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Division Office

ICB 2000 & 2100
1500 W Raab Road
Normal, IL 61761

Phone: 309-268-8620

Email: LASS Office