Bachelor in History (Bachelor's)

Centenary University began in 1867, founded by the United Methodist Church. Its academic model combines a liberal arts foundation with career-focused learning and personal attention. More than 60 programs span associate, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, certificate, and licensure study. A 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio supports close faculty mentorship and individualized guidance.

Academic areas include Equine Studies and Animal Health, Theatre Arts, Business, Communications, Media and Writing, Education and Humanities, and Natural, Health, Social and Behavioral Sciences. The university also provides hands-on opportunities through its equestrian center in Washington Township. Students can build experience through learning connected with northern New Jersey and the New York City region.

The main campus is in historic Hackettstown, New Jersey, at 400 Jefferson Street. Campus life includes residence life, student organizations, theatre, gaming, service activities, and Cyclone athletics. Centenary competes in NCAA Division III sports, giving student-athletes a setting where academic, athletic, and personal development are linked. For prospective international students, the university offers a range of undergraduate and graduate options and promotes a personal application review that considers each applicant’s experiences, strengths, goals, and potential. Applications are free, and most programs do not require test scores or a personal essay, although selected graduate programs may have additional requirements.

Graduates are qualified to pursue careers in education, public service, archives, museums, law, and research. The programme emphasizes critical analysis of historical change and the interpretation of primary sources. Students engage with debates over historical narratives and explore diverse topics across global and U.S. history. Courses include role-playing exercises and field trips to historical sites and museums.

Focus areas include U.S. History, World History, African American History, Environmental History, War in Pop Culture, History of Islam.

The programme requires a total of 120 credits, distributed across history courses, general education requirements, and electives. Students may design an independent study course to explore topics not covered in the standard curriculum.

Graduates enter roles as history teachers, social studies teachers, education policy consultants, and professionals in archival, museum, and public service settings.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Submission of official transcripts and a completed application form is required. No specific standardized test scores are mentioned.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in four years. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 97% of applicants.