Brenau University

Bachelor in History (Bachelor's)

Gainesville, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

About Bachelor in History (Bachelor's)

For Bachelor in History (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition for full-time on-ground students is $33,044 per year..

This programme is designed for students interested in understanding societal development through the study of historical and political systems. It combines coursework in history and political science to build research and analytical skills. Students engage with inclusive curricula that highlight the roles of women and minority groups in shaping global events. The programme emphasizes civic engagement and global awareness through structured academic experiences.

Focus areas include History, Political Science, Civic Engagement, Social Justice, Global Studies, Women and Minority Histories.

The programme requires 120 credits distributed across general education, major-specific courses in history and political science, and electives. Students complete multiple internships for academic credit as part of the curriculum.

Graduates enter careers in law, public policy, education, nonprofit work, government, journalism, and historical research.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Submission of official transcripts and application form is required.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, 8 semesters. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 87% of applicants.

About Brenau University

Brenau University brings together a Historic Gainesville Campus, Downtown Gainesville Campus, Gainesville East Campus, North Atlanta Campus and online study options. Its Gainesville address places the university in Gainesville, Georgia, while the Norcross location extends its reach toward the Atlanta area. Students can experience a multi-campus structure and choose a learning format that fits their goals and schedules.

More than 145 years of educating students has produced a university organized around four academic colleges: the Jacobs College of Business and Media, Carole Ann Daniel College of Education, College of Fine Arts & Humanities, and Ivester College of Health Sciences. Coursework is career-focused, with small classes and dedicated professors. The university lists a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and its programs include fields such as occupational therapy, dance, education and marketing.

International students should expect a community-oriented study environment where connections with professors are part of the academic experience. Brenau also offers financial aid counseling for undergraduate and graduate students, with guidance on available assistance and college costs. Its flexible campus and online approach may be useful for students comparing in-person study in Georgia with programs that can fit different routines. The university enrolled 2,451 students and conferred 614 degrees during the 2024-2025 academic year.

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