Step 1 – Submit an Application for Admission
Freshman applicants have two ways to apply:
1) NSU Shark Select International Application, or
2) The Common Application
Step 2 – Submit Secondary School/Post-Secondary Credentials
You will need to send original or certified copies of your home country’s credentials as part of your application. You must also submit a copy of any terminating or qualifying examination results or certificates if applicable.
Students who have earned CXC or O-level certificates, HSC, BGCSE and CAPE must provide five passing scores in academic subjects and proof of secondary school completion.
All documents written in a foreign language must be accompanied by a notarized/certified English translation. Please note that both documents are required—the original in your first language and the English translation.
Please see “Examinations” for possible college credit for certain examinations.
For students with Post-Secondary Credentials (Transfer Students)
If your university course work was completed outside of the United States, you must have your transcript evaluated by a NACES accredited organization. A list of these organizations can be found at http://naces.org/members.html. Please ensure the degree and course equivalencies along with the grade point average (GPA) are included in the evaluation.
Step 3 – Submit Proof of English Language Proficiency
We require proof of English proficiency from ALL student unless they are from these countries – Commonwealth Caribbean, Bermuda, Canada, United Kingdom, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, Australia or New Zealand. Exceptions can be made with Skype interviews.
Students for whom their high school education was NOT at an English speaking institution or for whom English is NOT their native language, must be able to demonstrate adequate English skills by submitting one of the following:
Proof of graduation from a U.S. regionally-accredited high school.
College transcript with one "English Composition One" course at a U.S. regionally-accredited college with a grade of C or better.
Proof of English language proficiency with a passing score on one of the following:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 79 on the Internet-based test
International English Language Testing System (IELTS*): 6.0 or higher on the test module
Duolingo Test of English: 105 or higher
Pearson Test of English-Academic (PTE Academic): Overall score of 54 or higher
iTep Academic (International Test of English Proficiency): Overall score of 3.9 or higher
Passing Level 9 from TALK International
Completion and passing of ELS Level 112 Intensive Program English for Academic Purposes
SAT verbal scores of 520 or above, or ACT English score of 20
Understand the Past to Unlock Your Future
The study of human history is timeless. Unlock your understanding of current social, cultural and political movements by evaluating the past. Cross boundaries of time and geography by studying the endlessly fascinating roots of human society. History challenges you to engage in critical analysis of the individuals, institutions and events that have shaped the modern world. Nova Southeastern University’s Bachelor of Arts in History gives you the knowledge and experiences you need to succeed.
As an NSU History major, you'll acquire proven methods to interpret the social, cultural and political forces that have shaped the course of both American and world history, and you'll go deeper with advanced courses such as The Civil Rights Trail and Genocide in the 20th Century and Beyond. You’ll gain hands-on experience with an internship in history and delve into research during your Senior Seminar in History. As a History major, you’ll also have the opportunity to explore a range of other courses in the humanities and social sciences. The skills you’ll acquire at NSU will make you marketable to employers in many fields. The future belongs to those who understand the past.
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A degree in history from NSU helps you develop skills in writing, research, debate and analysis, all of which are top draws for employers in many fields. You can pursue a career as an educator, politician, analyst, journalist or lobbyist. History graduates might be found working in a school, museum, library or political/social organization. This program also prepares you to continue into graduate studies in history, public policy or law.
Salaries you can earn with a B.A in History vary widely because of the many career offerings associated with this degree. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, these were the average annual salaries for the following roles in 2019:
Historians – $63,680
Postsecondary Teachers - $79,540
Political Scientists – $122,220
Reporters, Correspondents, and Broadcast News Analysts - $46,270
Student Health Insurance Fee: 1892 USD per year
