B.A. in History
Look to the Past to Build Your Future
Love history? Want to make a career out of it? Regent’s Bachelor of Arts in History offers a broad view of history’s most fascinating events, timelines, and civilizations. Study different cultures, people, and places and gain foundational knowledge in U.S. history, Western civilization, and world history—all presented from a Christian worldview.
SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Improve your critical and analytical thinking, research, and writing skills.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field.
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ALIGN YOURSELF WITH EXCELLENCE
Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). Our programs have also ranked as the #1 Best Online Bachelor's Programs in Virginia 11 years in a row (2013-2023). Experience the Regent difference through the Bachelor of Arts in History degree program.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the B.A. in History degree, you can:
- Develop a deeper understanding of cultures around the world.
- Utilize research methods and examine the philosophy of history.
- Develop your skills in writing, critical thinking, and problem solving.
Career Opportunities
- Archivist
- Museum Curator
- History Educator
- Political Writer/Journalist
- Historical Preservationist
- Governmental Career
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
- Email your unofficial high school or college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES-approved company.
Step 3: Submit Your Government-Issued ID if Applicable
- All online students and graduate level on-campus students are required to email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
Step 4: Submit Your FAFSA
- Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov Regent’s school code is 030913.
Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Rate Per Year |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,492.50 | 12 - 18 | $18,985 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $630 | Under 12 | $7,560 |
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $630 | Over 18 | $11,340 |
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $630 | N/A | $1,890+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
Degree | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester | Credit Hours Per Semester | Tuition Block Rate Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $9,040 | 12 - 18 | $9,040 |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
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Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $603 | Under 12 | $7,236 |
Students taking on-campus classes (fall & spring semesters) | $603 | Over 18 | $10,854 |
Students taking on-campus classes (summer semester) | $603 | N/A | $1,809+ |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
---|---|---|---|
Part-Time Students (3-11 Credit Hours Per Semester) | $450 | 6 | $2,700 |
Full-Time Students (12+ Credit Hours Per Semester) | $395 | 12 | $4,740 |
Student Fees Per Semester
University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |