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HIST102 - United States History from 1877 to the Present

C-ID: HIST140

Course Description

This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition and mandatory fees only. Financial aid may apply. Please contact your local Financial Aid Office for details.

Location

Online

Units

3.0 units

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Course Sections

Winter 2026

Jan 5 to Feb 6
section: 10497
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Kendahl L Radcliffe
Live Seat Count: 1 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Seat availability is low, please wait.
Jan 5 to Feb 6
section: 10112
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): David Chavez
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Section Full

Spring 2026

Feb 14 to Jun 12
section: 30343
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Nathan Lopez
Live Seat Count: 19 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Open
Feb 14 to Apr 10
section: 30348
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): William Van Benschoten
Live Seat Count: 25 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Open
Apr 18 to Jun 12
section: 30094
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): David Chavez
Live Seat Count: 9 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Open

Summer 2025

Jun 23 to Jul 31
section: 50030
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): Nathan Lopez
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (4 months ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history. Note: History 101 is not a prerequisite.
Already Started
Jul 7 to Aug 14
section: 50061
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): David Chavez
Live Seat Count: 0 available seats - (4 months ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history. Note: History 101 is not a prerequisite.
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Fall 2025

Aug 23 to Oct 17
section: 70286
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): William Van Benschoten
Live Seat Count: 14 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Already Started
Aug 23 to Dec 12
section: 70327
Format:
Time: TBA
Professor(s): William Van Benschoten
Live Seat Count: 11 available seats - (about 17 hours ago)
Section notes:
This course is a chronological survey of American history from 1877 to the present, focusing on American social, intellectual, political, economic, and diplomatic institutions. Major topics include culture, ethnic and racial diversity, and the role of the United States within the context of world history.
Already Started