History Program

Yale University Connecticut, USA / P.O. Box 208324, New Haven, CT 06520-8324 (203) 432-1366, barbara.mckay@yale.edu) http://www.yale.edu/history/undergradprogram.html Despite the fact that the median scores of admitted students on the verbal and mathematical portions of the SAT generally fall in the mid 700s, and ACT composites in the low 30s, a distinguished high school performance is more important than tests. The Admissions Committee also considers motivation, curiosity, energy, leadership ability, and distinctive talent. The personal essay, as well as evaluations by a counselor and two teachers, provide a great deal of insight into these qualities. We hope to find students who have been committed to their school or community. Diversity in the student body is also important to form a well-rounded freshmen class with those students with exceptional qualities. The History Program offers students the opportunity to study a variety of areas in history, as well as various eras in world history. The main objective in the curriculum is to avoid provincialism and encourage comparative work. Students are required to complete twelve term courses in: United States or Canadian history; European or British History; and African, Asian, Latin American, or Middle Eastern history. Additionally the chosen curriculum must have courses in preindustrial history, two junior seminars, a senior requirement, and other important eras in history. The history program is one of the eldest and most prestigious programs at Yale. Bachelor's Degree