How
do I become a History major or minor?
You
must file a petition with the History Department. To do so, see
the History Advisor in AH 527.
If
I am a History major, how do I declare a minor in another department?
You will need to contact the department in which you want to minor
and speak to the academic advisor there. That department will then
notify the History Department and the College of the minor.
What is a degree plan and do I need
one?
Yes! The degree plan maps out the courses that you will take to
fulfill all of your requirements for graduation--core and departmental.
Keep your degree plan up to date and accurate so that you do not
come up short when you are trying to graduate.
How many hours do I need for a History
degree?
For the BA degree in History, you must have at least 36 hours of
History classes, as part of the 120 total hours required for graduation.
At least 36 of your total hours must be at the advanced (3000 or
4000) level. See major requirements for more detailed information.
How
can I get courses I took at another university to count for specific
History requirements at UH?
You will need to fill out a General Petition form, which you can
download
from the UH website or pick up from the History Advisor in AH527.
Your petition must be approved at the Department, College, and University
levels. For the greatest likelihood of success, provide as much
supporting documentation as you can. A course description and syllabus
are usually necessary for approval. Turn in your petition and supporting
documentation to the History Advisor.
Can
I complete a History degree on-line?
No. We do offer several upper-division courses through distance
education, but most of these are via KUHT, tape purchase, or Cable.
These types of instruction require you to come to campus twice during
the semester for examinations. At this time, you cannot complete
a History degree on-line.
Can
I complete a History degree through Distance Education?
Yes, but . . . It is possible to complete a BA in History through
DE, assuming you have completed all of your University and College
requirements. Keep in mind, however, that only a small number of
History courses are offered through Distance Ed (tape purchase,
cable, satellite campuses, etc.), so the range of courses you can
take to fulfill your requirements is significantly narrower than
our traditional course listings. To enjoy the broad diversity of
History's course offerings, traditional classes are a better choice
for completing your degree.
How
do I apply for graduation?
Go to Registration and Academic Records in 108 E. Cullen and complete
a graduation application. Forms are available in that office or
on-line.
Deadlines for applications vary each semester; they are listed in
the class schedule. If you have questions or problems concerning
your graduation certification, please contact the History Advisor.
How
can I graduate with honors?
To graduate with honors, you must complete at least 66 hours at
the University of Houston and have a GPA of at least 3.25. If you
successfully complete a Senior Honors Thesis, you may also graduate
with Honors in the History Department.
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