BA History (Pre-Law) at University of Texas at Arlington

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Arts in History explores the forces that have shaped human affairs, offering insights to address today's challenges and future uncertainties. Examining our traditions allows students to develop a deep understanding of their identity and equips them with the skills needed for successful careers in a wide range of fields. The Bachelor of Arts in History Pre-Law track allows students to choose from a wide selection of advanced courses in political science, business law, criminal justice, economics, and related fields in the social sciences.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts | Department: History and Geography | Duration: 120 credit hours | Location: Arlington, TX, United States

What you will study

The programme totals 120 credit hours. Required courses listed include: World History To; World History, 1400 To The Present; Introduction To Historical Research; History Seminar; Law I.

Career pathways

Examining our traditions allows students to develop a deep understanding of their identity and equips them with the skills needed for successful careers in a wide range of fields. The History and Geography department works very closely with the University’s Pre-Law Center to help students prepare for the LSAT exam, navigate the admissions process to law school, and, ultimately, succeed in their...

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Entry requirements

University/college admission applies to this major unless stated: Students must present a minimum 2.25 GPA to declare a history major.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms: Fall, Spring and Summer. Application priority dates for first-year students: Fall February 15, Spring October 15, Summer April 1.

Transfer students: priority dates are Fall March 1, Spring October 15, Summer April 1.

First-year application priority dates: Fall February 15, Spring October 15, Summer April 1. Applications are accepted after the priority date. Apply through the Common Application or ApplyTexas. SAT/ACT scores are optional but encouraged. The College of Architecture, Planning & Public Affairs has its own priority dates and deadlines.

Transfer application priority dates: Fall March 1, Spring October 15, Summer April 1. Apply through ApplyUTA or ApplyTexas. Minimum transfer GPA is 2.25. Scholarship deadlines: Fall March 1, Spring November 1.

International first-year application priority dates: Fall February 15, Spring October 15, Summer April 1. Non-U.S. transcripts are evaluated by FCSA for a $90.00 USD processing fee.

Apply through the official page: https://www.uta.edu/admissions/apply

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