History students not only learn what has happened, they also learn to appreciate and understand the process of change. It's this perspective that makes the history minor an excellent complement to nearly any major. Adding a history minor will ensure that you have excellent writing and critical thinking skills. No matter your major field, these skills are always in demand. 

Interested in earning a Minor in History online? Click here for more information about our online program.

Minor in History Requirements: 18 Credit Hours Total 

Take six credit hours of elective history courses and three credit hours in each of the following areas:

• United States History 
• European History
• World History (Asia, Africa and Latin America)

To view the Minor in History requirements, click here.

Note(s):
At least 12 credit hours must be completed at CU Denver.
As of Fall 2006, no grade lower than a C- will count for the History Minor.
​Nine hours must be upper division (3000- and 4000-level).