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Whether you graduated from high school in the U.S. or abroad, if you have never previously attended a university, you are considered to be a first time freshman. To apply to McNeese, make sure you meet the minimum requirements:
You have graduated from secondary school
Minimum high school overall GPA of 2.35
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ACT English: 18
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 500
ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing: 250
PTE Academic: 48
IELTS: 6.0
TOEFL: 71
Developmental English U.S. college coursework: "C" grade or higher
A level/ O level/ GCSE English, "C" grade or higher
IB (HL) English, "4" grade or higher
KCSE English, "B" grade or higher
ELS level 112, Completion
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ACT Math: 19
SAT Math Section: 500
ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics: 263
Developmental Mathematics U.S. college coursework: "C" grade or higher
Explore More for History Majors
With small class sizes, in-depth instruction and a variety of scholarship opportunities available for history majors, McNeese's history degree program offers students excellence with a personal touch. Here are even more benefits:
Work-study and internship opportunities
History majors at McNeese have the opportunity to participate in internships at the Frazar Memorial Library archives or at local museums and galleries. A work-study program on campus also allows history majors to get hands-on experience teaching by tutoring their fellow university students in history.
Conferences
History majors are encouraged to join Phi Alpha Theta, an honor society that promotes the study of history through encouragement of research, publication and free exchange of ideas among historians, students and teachers. Students in Phi Alpha Theta have the chance to present academic research papers at the Louisiana Historical Association’s annual conference, and may be eligible for scholarships and awards.
Practical research
As a student in the history bachelor’s degree program, you’ll have the opportunity to dive deep into a specific aspect of history that interests you with a senior capstone project. You’ll work closely with a faculty mentor to thoroughly investigate a time, place and aspect of history of your choosing to cultivate your personal expertise before presenting preliminary research and a final in-depth oral presentation.
Excellence with a personal touch
History majors benefit from faculty mentors who provide personalized advising to make sure students get the most out of their academic careers. With small class sizes, student receive one-on-one attention from faculty, whose specialties encompass a broad range of areas, including Louisiana commercial and economic history, southern women’s history, the American Civil War, the Haitian revolution and early 20th century English history.
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Total Hours Required for Degree: 123
The History, Social Studies Education Grades 6-12 Concentration, BA program leads to initial teacher certification. All teacher education preparation requirements must be satisfied for this degree.
Freshman Fall - 18 hours
Natural Sciences General Education Elective - 3 hours (Must be a life science)
EDTC 245 - Educational Technology Foundations Cr: 3
EDUC 110 - Portfolio Management for Teacher Education Programs and Certifications Cr: 0
ENGL 101 - English Composition I Cr: 3
HIST 201 - American History to 1877 Cr: 3
ORIN 101 - Freshman Orientation Cr: 0
SOCL 201 - Introductory Sociology Cr: 3
Choose one of the following:
MATH 113 - College Algebra Cr: 3
MATH 170 - Precalculus College Algebra Cr: 3
Freshman Spring - 18 hours
Note: EDUC 204 requires 10 field experience hours.
Mathematics/Analytical Reasoning General Education Elective - 3 hours
Natural Sciences General Education Elective - 3 hours (May be a life or physical science)
EDUC 204 - Orientation to Multiculturalism and Diversity in Education Cr: 3
ENGL 102 - English Composition II Cr: 3
HIST 202 - American History since 1877 Cr: 3
PSYC 261 - Adolescent Psychology Cr: 3
Teacher Education Requirements
Must achieve one of the following:
ACT ≥ 22;
SAT ≥ 1100 combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing + Math; or
Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators (pass all three):
Reading (#5713) with a score ≥ 156.
Writing (#5723) with a score ≥ 162.
Mathematics (#5733) with a score ≥ 150.
Always check with your advisor concerning test numbers and passing scores as they are subject to change.
Sophomore Fall - 18 hours
Note: EDUC 203 requires 10 field experience hours.
Natural Sciences General Education Elective - 3 hours (Must be a physical science)
ECON 203 - Microeconomics Cr: 3
EDUC 200 - Entrance into Teacher Education Cr: 0
EDUC 203 - Theories and Principles of Learning and Teaching Cr: 3
HIST 121 - World Civilization to 1500 Cr: 3
POLS 201 - American Government Cr: 3
Choose one of the following:
GEOG 101 - World Regional Geography I Cr: 3
GEOG 111 - Introduction to Geography Cr: 3
Teacher Education Requirements
EDUC 200 packet must be approved prior to enrolling in EDUC and SPED 300/400 level courses.
Sophomore Spring - 17 hours
Note: EDUC 333 requires 15 field experience hours.
ECON 204 - Macroeconomics Cr: 3
EDUC 318 - Planning and Instruction for Literacy in the Content Area Cr: 2
EDUC 333 - Methods and Materials in Reading for Secondary Teachers Cr: 3
GEOG 102 - World Regional Geography II Cr: 3
HIST 122 - World Civilization since 1500 Cr: 3
HIST 300 - Introduction to Research and Writing Cr: 3
Junior Fall - 15 hours
Note: EDUC 405 and EDUC 412 require 20 field experience hours each.
HIST Elective (300/400 Level) - 3 hours
EDUC 405 - Methods, Models and Strategies for Teaching Social Studies in High School Cr: 3
EDUC 412 - Secondary Classroom Management and Field Experience Cr: 3
HIST 101 - European History to 1648 Cr: 3
HIST 301 - History of Louisiana Cr: 3
Teacher Education Requirements
The Praxis Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT): Grades 7-12 exam (#5624) and Praxis Social Studies: Content and Interpretation exam (#5086) must be passed prior to enrolling in EDUC 470S.
Junior Spring - 15 hours
Note: EDUC 440 and SPED 444 require 20 field experience hours each.
English Literature General Education Elective - 3 hours
EDUC 300 - Admission to Teacher Residency - Baccalaureate Cr: 0
EDUC 440 - Curriculum and Instruction in the Secondary Content Area Cr: 3
HIST 102 - European History since 1648 Cr: 3
SPED 444 - Methods and Materials for Secondary Special Education Cr: 3
Choose one of the following:
POLS 301 - State and Local Government Cr: 3
POLS 320 - International Relations and Politics Cr: 3
Teacher Education Requirements
Non-education courses taken during residency semesters must be scheduled either in the evening or online.
Senior Fall - 12 hours
HIST Elective (300/400 Level) - 3 hours
EDUC 351 - Educational Measurements Cr: 3
EDUC 469 - Field Study Project Cr: 2
EDUC 470S - Student Teaching Residency I - Baccalaureate Cr: 3
EDUC 471 - Seminar-Student Teaching Residency I Cr: 1
Senior Spring - 10 hours
Fine Arts General Education Elective - 3 hours
HIST Elective (300/400 Level) - 3 hours
EDUC 472S - Student Teaching Residency II - Baccalaureate Cr: 3
EDUC 473 - Seminar-Student Teaching Residency II Cr: 1
History majors graduate equipped with a valuable skill set that makes them competitive applicants in a number of fields, including business, law, education, communication and more. Here are just a few of the paths you can pursue with a history degree:
Graduate Schools or Programs
Master of Arts in History
Juris Doctorate
Master of Science in Library Science
Master of Art in Museum Studies
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction
Job Titles or Employers
Academic Researcher
Archivist
Conservation Officer
Civil Service Administrator
History Teacher
Historical Consultant
Journalist
Museum Education Specialist
Museum/Gallery Exhibitions Specialist
Political Advisor
Research Analyst
Legislative Staffer
Health Insurance: 500 $ per year
