Program Overview
The History Pathway under the Liberal Arts Transfer degree is designed for students interested in exploring the complexities of historical events, movements, and figures. The program offers a well-rounded curriculum that fulfills general education requirements while allowing students to dive deep into world, U.S., and regional history. This pathway is aligned with MassTransfer guidelines, ensuring a smooth transition to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities. Upon completion, students will earn a Liberal Arts Transfer Associate in Arts degree, providing them with the foundation for further study or a career in education, research, or related fields.
Embark on a path that explores the past to better understand the present and future.
Program Highlights
- Courses meet MassTransfer requirements, ensuring smooth transfer to bachelor's degree programs in history, education, or related fields.
- Gain insight into U.S., world, and regional history through diverse time periods and cultures.
- Develop strong research, writing, and critical thinking skills through historical inquiry and analysis.
- Available at both Lynn and Danvers campuses, with day or evening classes to fit diverse student schedules.
- Prepares students for transfer to four-year institutions to continue their studies in history, education, political science, or related disciplines.
Program Details
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Upon completion of the LAT program, graduates will be able to:
The Liberal Arts - History Pathway program offers an in-depth study of historical events, figures, and ideas, helping students build the analytical and writing skills necessary for further study and careers in history and education.
Courses include:
- U.S. History 1 & 2
- World History 1 & 2
- World History 2
- African American History
- History of Women in the U.S.
- History of the Middle East
For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.
Graduates of the Liberal Arts - History Pathway program can pursue a variety of career paths that leverage their historical knowledge and research skills. Some potential career options include:
- History Teacher
- Museum Curator
- Archivist
- Researcher
- Historical Consultant
- Public Historian
The LAT program is part of the MassTransfer initiative, allowing students to transfer seamlessly to Massachusetts public four-year colleges and universities with junior-level status. Additionally, NSCC maintains transfer agreements with various four-year institutions, expanding opportunities for students to pursue bachelor's degrees in their chosen fields. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.
Know which 4-year MA public school you want to transfer to? You can tailor your degree even more specifically by checking out which recommended courses are required by that college or university for your chosen major on the MassTransfer A2B (Associates to Bachelor’s) Pathways page.
Interested in Salem State University? Check out SSU’s Transfer Connections website to get in touch with a Transfer Connections Coach who specializes in helping NSCC students smoothly transfer to Salem State.
Know you want to transfer to a private 4-year school? Check out these transfer agreements NSCC has made with various private colleges and universities (or the school’s website if a transfer agreement isn’t included here) for more specific recommendations.
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North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.