BA History at University of Wyoming

Programme overview

Travel back in time with a B.A. in history! This well-rounded program gives students the opportunity to gain research and communication skills in conjunction with learning about key historical events and figures.

Faculty: College of Arts and Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Laramie, WY, United States

Career pathways

A history degree opens lots of doors. You can work in museums, education, law, journalism, government or even business. It’s all about learning to think critically, research deeply and tell compelling stories—skills that will serve you well whatever route you choose to take.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission to the University of Wyoming (applies university-wide; programme-specific requirements may apply). First-year applicants: cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.00-4.00 on a 4.0 scale are assured admission and 2.50-2.99 are admitted with support; High School Success Curriculum of 4 years English, 4 years math, 4 years science, 3 years social sciences and 4 years additional coursework. ACT or SAT scores are not required. Transfer applicants: cumulative 2.0 GPA and 12 transferable credit hours.

Domestic applicants: USD 5,610 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Undergrad-Standard block tuition band (12-18 credits per semester), Wyoming resident. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

International applicants: USD 22,470 a year (2026-27). Estimated academic year tuition for the Undergrad-Standard block tuition band, non-resident or international. Excludes fees, housing and other costs. Source

Undergraduate admission is rolling: there is no single application deadline and applicants can apply any time before the start of the next available semester. Enrollment must be confirmed by May 1 to be considered for financial aid.

The application fee is $40 and non-refundable, paid when the application is submitted through the online application. ACT or SAT scores are not part of the admissions requirements.

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

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