Use Your Knowledge of the Past to Help Shape the Future with Liberty’s Dual Degree BS and MA in History
Are you passionate about studying past eras and events? Are you looking to gain in-depth historical knowledge and develop skills that are applicable in a wide variety of fields? If so, Liberty University’s dual degree Bachelor of Science (BS) in History and Master of Arts (MA) in History may be right for you! This unique program gives you the chance to earn both a bachelor’s and master’s in history in a streamlined, accelerated format. By integrating undergraduate and graduate studies, you can engage deeply with historical analysis, critical reasoning, and advanced research methods, allowing you to develop a comprehensive understanding of historical events and their implications for contemporary society.
Our curriculum is designed to provide an extensive exploration of diverse historical periods and geographic regions. In addition to completing core courses, you’ll have the flexibility to customize your degree with elective courses. That way, you can study the historical topics you’re most passionate about and tailor your degree to match your academic and professional goals.
Our commitment to a Christian worldview is woven throughout this dual degree program, encouraging you to consider ethical and moral dimensions in historical interpretation. By completing your BS in History and MA in History, you can prepare to pursue careers in public history, research, government, and various other fields that value strong analytical and communication skills.
Award-Winning Campus
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education that equips students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence helped us rank as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com. Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s Degree in History and Master’s Degree in History?
Situated in the heart of Virginia, Lynchburg offers access to hundreds of historical sites within a 4-hour radius. As you study our nation’s history, you can visit iconic locations like Jamestown, Williamsburg, Yorktown, Gettysburg, Winchester, and Richmond. For hands-on learning experience, you can drive just a short distance from campus to Mead’s Tavern – which was built in 1763 and is now owned by Liberty – where you can study archaeology, architecture, and the history of the era in which the house was built. These immersive experiences can help enhance your understanding of historical events and provide practical insights into the field of history.
You can also potentially engage in practical experience through internships and externships available across the country. These opportunities allow you to discover your passions and gain valuable experience that may be relevant to your future career. Many of our students have secured positions in local history-related roles as well as in government or lobbying groups in Washington, D.C.
Additionally, our Career Center provides resources for job searches, mock interviews, and more, helping you become equipped to start your post-college career search. Not only that, but our chapter of Phi Alpha Theta – a society dedicated to recognizing and encouraging excellence in the study of history – provides valuable opportunities for professional development.
What Will You Learn in Our Bachelor of Science in History and History Master’s Program?
Within the bachelor’s portion of this program, you’ll explore topics such as the history of Western civilization, historiography, and American history. You’ll also take a course in historical methodology, where you can learn about the meaning and interpretation of history, research techniques, and career opportunities in the field. Additionally, the BS in History includes room for multiple history elective courses as well as free electives, so you can round out your undergraduate studies with classes that align with your passions and goals!
As you move into the history master’s degree, you’ll explore various aspects of graduate-level historical research – including research tools and methods, writing, and citations. Our program also covers the impact of Christianity on American political, social, and cultural history. Similar to the bachelor’s degree, you’ll have the freedom to take several graduate history elective courses as well as elective courses in other fields of study – giving you the opportunity to mix and match various topics of interest.
Review the Degree Completion Plan and check out our featured courses below to learn more about what you’ll be studying!
Featured Courses
HIST 501 – Historical Methods
HIST 502 – Historiography
HIUS 221 – Survey of American History I
HIUS 530 – American Christian Heritage
Highlights of Our BS and MA in History Dual Degree Program
- Enjoy studying in an area that is rich in history. Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello and Poplar Forest are nearby, and we are close enough to Colonial Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown, and Washington, D.C., for a historical weekend getaway!
- Mead’s Tavern, built in 1763 and now owned by Liberty, serves as an onsite laboratory for hands-on training in history, archaeology, and more.
- Our chapter of Phi Alpha Theta provides a variety of professional development opportunities.
- A key focus in the senior capstone seminar is connecting you to our Career Center for job searches, mock interviews, and more.
- Liberty University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).
Bachelor’s and Master’s in History Dual Degree Information
- Residential
- 150 total credit hours
- Transfer in up to 75% of the credits for the BS in History and up to 50% of the credits for the MA in History
- This program falls under the College of Arts and Sciences
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- View our course catalog
Potential Career Opportunities for Graduates of Our Bachelor’s in History and Master’s in History
- Book editor
- Congressional aide
- Documentary filmmaker
- Foreign correspondent
- Historian
- Intelligence officer
- Journalist
- Lobbyist
- Magazine/newspaper editor
- Museum director/curator
- Political scientist
- Regional/local official
- Research assistant
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degrees
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
Completion of the undergraduate portion of this program with a 3.0 GPA is required to move into the graduate portion.
