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Bachelor's Degrees (25+)
Top-ranked, 100% online bachelor's degrees focused on today's career opportunities.
Master's Degrees (6) & Graduate Certificates (6)
Advance to the next level with a master's degree and integrate what you're learning on the job, or pursue a shorter, focused graduate certificate credential, which can be applied toward a master's!
Associate Degrees (5)
Our 60-credit programs can help you build a foundation for your education and career.
Teacher Certifications (20)
Our Post-Baccalaureate Teacher Certification (PBTC) programs are designed for students who have completed a bachelor's degree and are seeking New Hampshire Teaching Certification.
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Our portfolio of training and education-related services can help your organization strengthen and grow.
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With affordable, top-ranked online programs, an Active Duty Tuition Discount, and a dedicated team to support the needs of those who've served, we offer a college education that works for the military lifestyle.
Why GSC
Credit for What You Know
Online Flexibility
Our tuition rates are among the lowest in New England
Top-ranked Online Programs
All of our degree programs can be completed 100% online.
About 80% of our students arrive with transfer credits—you can transfer in up to 90!
Focused on Adult Students
If you're finishing a degree at a nontraditional age, you're among the majority at Granite State!
Use your military and veterans benefits at Granite State College! We offer a Military Discount and participate in the National Guard Tuition Waiver Program.
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About Granite State College
More than 40 years ago, Granite State College embraced a powerful goal: no matter where you live, no matter your age or income, if you're motivated to pursue a college education, you should have access to it. Since 1972, this has been our purpose.
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New Graduate Certificate Programs
Granite State College recently introduced a set of Graduate Certificates, which will provide an affordable, credit-efficient pathway to a master's-level credential. Options include...
Scholarship Opportunity for Undergraduate Students
Alumni and Friends Pay it Forward with Scholarships for Bachelor's-degree Seeking Students. To apply for the scholarship, students must meet the following eligibility criteria...
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History (B.A.)
Degree Programs Bachelor's Degrees History (B.A.)
Discover trends and patterns as you explore historical development from pre-history to the present!
This program will further develop your skills in critical thinking, research, writing, argumentation, and documentation. In your courses, you'll gain a sound foundation for a variety of careers and generalizes well to a range of industries. The degree also provides the opportunity to gain the necessary background for further study to those seeking a graduate degree in history or historic preservation, or in a closely related field such as law or political science.
Great Civilizations
Topics in World History
American Government and Politics
U.S. History to 1865
U.S. History: 1865 to Present
European History: Renaissance through the Industrial Revolution
Themes in World History
Updated June 2021. See catalog for full list of course requirements and degree outcomes.
Why Granite State College?
An overview of what we offer, what you'll learn, and how to get started.
Advantages of Granite State College
Regionally accredited by the New England Commission on Higher Education, Inc. (NECHE)
Available fully online with select on-campus courses
Affordable tuition
Top-ranked by U.S. News & World Report for our online bachelor's degrees
About 80% of our students are transfer students. Making the most of your transfer credits is our specialty
Career counseling is available to all students and alumni. We also extend this service to those considering their college options
Faculty who are subject matter experts and share their real-world expertise, to help you apply what you learn to your personal goals and career
Transfer Pathway
Students pursuing an associate degree at their local community college are encouraged to explore our Transfer Pathway! This resource lists the courses your associate degree should contain at your community college, as well as the remaining courses you'll need to take at Granite State College to complete your bachelor's degree!
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Great Bay Community College
Lakes Region Community College
Manchester Community College
Nashua Community College
NHTI – Concord's Community College
River Valley Community College
White Mountains Community College
The program provides a sound foundation for a variety of careers and generalizes well with a range of job options including business analyst, archivist, broadcaster, campaign worker, consultant, congressional aide, editor, foreign service officer, foundation staffer, and more. This degree can be a stepping stone for a graduate degree. Areas of study for graduate studies include history, historic preservation, law, or political science.
Your Prior and Current Learning Counts
Many of our students can demonstrate college-level knowledge gained from military, workplace and volunteer-based training, and experiences. We are expert at helping students demonstrate learning and earning academic credit.
Applications for admission are accepted on a rolling basis, offering the opportunity to begin studies at Granite State College at any term during the year.
Our admission criteria includes:
Completion of our free, online application for admission
High school diploma, completion of a high school education in a homeschool setting under state law, or demonstrate high school equivalency.
Successful completion of one of the following exams will be required for demonstrating high school equivalency: the GED, HiSET, or TASC
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