Explore the past, shape your future.
Unravel the mysteries of history and understand how they shape our present and future. SCC’s History Transfer Degree Program offers the perfect blend of academic rigor, transferability, and real-world relevance. It’s the ideal way to start your journey to a bachelor’s degree in History.
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Why History at SCC?
You’ll Transfer Ready to Rock: Start your path to success by taking advantage of our transfer opportunities to four-year institutions. We have established partnerships with renowned universities, ensuring your credits transfer smoothly.
Study Under Experienced Faculty: Learn from passionate and knowledgeable faculty members who are dedicated to your success. Our instructors bring real-world experience and academic expertise to the classroom, enriching your learning experience.
Learn on Your Schedule: At SCC, we understand the diverse needs of our students. That's why we offer flexible scheduling options, including evening and online classes, allowing you to balance your education with work and other commitments.
Save money: You'll take the same classes and learn the same concepts and skills... at a fraction of the cost.
Make close connections: Take advantage of opportunities outside of class to interact with others who have similar interests in history and culture.
What you'll learn
Historical Analysis: Dive deep into various historical periods, events, and cultures, gaining a comprehensive understanding of how they shape the world we live in.
Critical Thinking Skills: Develop critical thinking and analytical skills as you evaluate primary and secondary sources, analyze historical evidence, and construct well-supported arguments.
Effective Communication: Enhance your written and verbal communication skills, essential for conveying complex historical ideas and concepts.
Cultural Awareness: Gain a broader perspective and cultural sensitivity by studying diverse societies and civilizations throughout history.
Common transfer colleges & universities
- Iowa State University, University of Iowa, University of Northern Iowa.
- Most universities offer undergraduate degrees in History and many have graduate programs as well.
Where this degree can take you
Earn your bachelor's degree and be qualified for a variety of positions in the field.
- Historian
- Librarian
- Lawyer
- Paralegal or Legal Assistant
- Journalist
- Secondary Teacher
- History Professor
Did You Know?
Students who start at SCC and then transfer to a 4-year program consistently outperform students who started there. They're also more likely to graduate... and do it on time.
Contact Us
West Burlington Campus Admissions
Call: (319) 208-5155
Text: (319) 250-7144
Email: admissionswb@scciowa.edu
Keokuk Campus Admissions
Call: (319) 313-1923
Text: (319) 220-3266
Email: admissionskeo@scciowa.edu
This Transfer Major Guided Pathway is designed to seamlessly transfer to the History Education BA degree at UNI, ISU and UI. SCC has established 2+2 articulation agreements with four year institutions for this transfer major. Depending upon where you want to transfer, your SCC coursework may differ. Contact your advocate to explore which courses you should take.
Summary Sheet
The summary sheet provides a program overview and other information.
Curriculum Sequence
| Fall I Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| SDV-108 | The College Experience | 1 |
| ENG-105 | Composition I | 3 |
| ZZZ-SOC | Social Science Course | 3 |
| ZZZ-HUM | Humanities Course | 3 |
| HIS-151 | US History to 1877 | 3 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 | |
| Spring I Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-106 | Composition II | 3 |
| HIS-152 | US History Since 1877 | 3 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-MAT | Mathematics Course | 3-4 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |
| Fall II Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| HIS-131 | World Civilization I | 3 |
| SPC-112 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-MSC | Math or Science Course | 3-5 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | |
| Spring II Semester | Course Title | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| HIS-132 | World Civilization II | 3 |
| POL-111 | American National Government | 3 |
| HIS-211 | Modern Asian History | 3 |
| Take course totaling 4 credits | ||
| ZZZ-LAB | Lab Science Course | 3-5 |
| Take course totaling 3 credits | ||
| ZZZ-ELE | Elective Course | 3-5 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 16 | |
SDV-108 - The College Experience
|
Lecture: 1 |
Credit: 1 |
This course is designed to empower new students to successfully transition to college. Students will learn academic success skills, strategies for personal development and exploration, college culture and expectations, and how to access college resources and services.
ENG-105 - Composition I
|
Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
A study of the principles of writing. Emphasis on rhetoric, mechanics and development of expository patterns: narration, description illustration, comparison/contrast, classification, process and cause/effect. Required for AA and AS Degrees. Prerequisite: Meet minimum test score requirements.
ZZZ-SOC - Social Science Course
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
Courses fulfilling the Social Science requirement address the behavior of humans as individuals and groups. These courses cover the academic disciplines of economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, and sociology. The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees require Social Science courses from at least two different disciplines. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-HUM - Humanities Course
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
Courses fulfilling the Humanities requirement address human history, languages, literature, philosophy, and the arts. These courses span a wide range of academic disciplines. The Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees require Humanities courses from at least two different disciplines. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
HIS-151 - US History to 1877
|
Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
A survey of American social, political, economic and intellectual developments from the Colonial period to 1877.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ENG-106 - Composition II
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
A continuation of study of the principles of writing begun in ENG-105. Emphasis is placed on persuasive writing, critical analysis and the MLA research paper. Time will also be spent exploring print and electronic research sources and learning effective research strategies. Required for AA and AS Degrees. Prerequisite: ENG-105, with a minimum grade of C-.
HIS-152 - US History Since 1877
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
A survey of American social, political, economic and intellectual developments since 1877.
ZZZ-MAT - Mathematics Course
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Lecture: 3-4 |
Credit: 3-4 |
Courses fulfilling the Mathematics requirement address the properties and relationships of numbers, formulas, and operations, as well as the real world application of these concepts to analyze data. Any mathematics course of the 100-level or above can fulfill this requirement. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
HIS-131 - World Civilization I
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
This course is an economic, social, political and cultural survey of world civilization from earliest times to 1300, as these areas relate to contemporary civilization. Areas covered include: history of primitive, ancient, medieval religions, government and law; far Eastern and ancient European philosophy; primitive and ancient medieval fine arts.
SPC-112 - Public Speaking
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
This course examines both the theoretical and practical basis of speech communication, particularly public speaking. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, delivery and audience analysis.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-MSC - Math or Science Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Courses fulfilling the Math or Science requirement address quantitative and/or scientific reasoning skills. Any course of 100-level or above from mathematics or a science discipline can fulfill this requirement. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
HIS-132 - World Civilization II
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
This course is an economic, social, political and cultural survey of development of world civilization from 1300 to the present. It is a continuation of HIS-131. However, students may enter during any semester.
POL-111 - American National Government
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
A survey of the American federal system of government which includes a description and analysis of interest groups, political parties, public opinion, the presidency, the Congress, the court system and foreign policy making.
HIS-211 - Modern Asian History
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Lecture: 3 |
Credit: 3 |
An introduction to the three dominant societies of modern Asia: China, Japan and India. Emphasis will be given to the transformation of cultural, economic, intellectual and social patterns brought about by the military power and economic demands of contemporary Western societies.
ZZZ-LAB - Lab Science Course
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Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Courses fulfilling the Lab Science requirement incorporate hands-on experimentation and observation by students in the study of science. Any science course of 100-level or above including laboratory credit from the disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics, physical science, science, or environmental science can fulfill this requirement. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
ZZZ-ELE - Elective Course
|
Lecture: 2-4 |
Lab: 0-2 |
Credit: 3-5 |
Any course of 100-level or higher from Arts and Sciences or Career Technical Education can be used to fulfill an Elective. Please see your Student Success Advocate to help choose the best option for you.
Polly Falcon - Professor - Psychology
Email: pfalcon@scciowa.edu
BS, Texas A&M University
MS, University of North Texas