The History Department at Sam Houston State University is one of the fastest growing on campus, owing in part to a dynamic faculty of nationally recognized experts. Departmental faculty include Excellence in Teaching Award winners and a Pulitzer Prize finalist; their dozens of books and articles have shaped the most important scholarly conversations in their fields. Situated in historic Huntsville, Sam Houston State is an excellent place to study the past. Our nationally ranked program, renowned for its flexibility and unique course offerings, is one of the nation's top producers of History majors. The BA and BS in History degrees prepare students to learn about and critically analyze the past; to make and sustain historical arguments; and to gain an appreciation for the complexity, texture, and, diversity of human experiences. Studying the past lends context to the present and prepares us for the future.
The BA in History is available online and on campus. The BS in History is only available on campus.
The BS degree is recommended for pre-medical students. For more information on the BS in History, contact the Office of Pre-Health Professional Advising.

