Join the Academic Accelerator for a BA in History at LSU! Tailored support for international students & career opportunities await. Apply now!
The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a well-rounded first-year program designed for international students with strong English-language skills. It complements immersive classes conducted in English with the appropriate level of support. Students enrolled in the Academic Accelerator will benefit from: Tailored support to meet their academic and English-speaking requirements Completion of a full year’s worth of college credits Access to courses specifically designed for international students Assistance with English vocabulary essential for their coursework A blend of classes featuring both international and U.S. students The Department of History offers a Bachelor of Arts in History program. The curriculum includes courses in World or Western Civilization, American History survey, U.S. History, European History, and the history of non-Western Developing Nations. A degree in History equips students for a variety of career paths. Graduates may pursue advanced degrees in law and business, work in private enterprises like banking and brokerage, secure positions in government at various levels, or even attend medical or dental school by completing the necessary science courses. According to a study by Forbes Magazine, the most common degree held by CEOs of major American companies is History. History majors can also become history and social studies teachers at the high school level without pursuing further education. The Department offers a successful program, the History major with a Concentration in Secondary Education, or “GeauxTeach” program, in collaboration with the College of Education. Graduates of this program are highly sought-after as teachers in Louisiana schools.
