Decode the Past. Define Your Future.
Adventure awaits you in every era of history.
Embark on a journey to understand our past while preparing for a seamless transfer to a four-year college or university. Dive into the archives—from ancient civilizations to modern movements—while developing the critical thinking, research and communication skills that set you apart. You’ll learn to think like a detective as you connect patterns across cultures and centuries.
What makes you stand out:
- Curiosity: Uncover connections and make informed decisions
- Communication skills: Turn insights into compelling arguments and professional impact
- Empathy: Engage with diverse perspectives respectfully
Small Classes. Expert Guidance.
Our instructors are experts who take pride in your success. Combined with our small class sizes, you’ll get one-on-one mentorship and precise technical feedback tailored to your goals.
Award Type
Associate of Arts (AA)
Department
Department of Humanities
Required Credit Hours
62-66
By the Numbers
60
Credit hours—seamless transfer to related bachelor's programs
$298
Credit hour cost when you transfer to Franklin for a bachelor's degree
Learn History. Make History.
Over four semesters, you’ll uncover the stories that forged civilizations—from ancient societies to modern America—while mastering essential skills in critical thinking, research and communication.
In your first year, you’ll build a foundation with courses in composition, world history and humanities, along with mathematics to sharpen your analytical skills. In the second year, you’ll study global and American history and lab sciences.
Language skills and electives unlock new perspectives, preparing you to engage with diverse cultures and ideas. Throughout the program, you’ll cultivate the intellectual tools needed to succeed academically and professionally, making you transfer-ready with confidence.
Program Outcomes
Student will be able to:
- Demonstrate effective communication in their area or concentration of study.
- Demonstrate their ability to access and interpret information within their area or concentration of study.
- Think critically to anticipate, recognize, and solve problems within their area or concentration of study.
- Add value through service to their community or area/concentration of study.
Career Outcomes
The past comes to life with Owens’ History Transfer Pathway, AA. By graduation, you’ll have an associate degree alongside strong research, analytical and critical thinking skills.
Your credits will transfer smoothly to four-year institutions, positioning you for careers that matter: shaping young minds in education, influencing policy in government, arguing for justice or preserving culture.
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In Their Words
“Owens is a great place to start. You can get some basic general education classes, it’s an affordable route.”
Sarah Sutter, School of Liberal Arts, ’25
Getting Started at Owens
Begin your high-quality education at an affordable price today!
Enrollment is easy—just fill out an online admissions application to get started. We’ll ask you to submit your transcripts for course placement and college credit.
Upon acceptance, schedule a meeting with your admissions advisor to register for classes. Next, attend an on-campus orientation and meet with your student financial services advisor to discuss ways to pay for college.