American History courses can help you learn about key events, influential figures, and social movements that shaped the nation. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and effective communication of complex ideas. Many courses introduce tools like primary source documents, timelines, and digital archives, which enhance your understanding of historical context and enable you to engage with various perspectives on American identity and culture.

University of Houston
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, International Relations, Human Factors, Failure Analysis, Engineering, Safety Assurance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Political Sciences, Emerging Technologies, Timelines, Engineering Design Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Storytelling, Liberal Arts, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Environment, Hazard Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, General Science and Research, Environmental Science, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Cultural Responsiveness, Journalism, Public Safety and National Security, Diversity Awareness, Public History, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Public Affairs, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Diversity Awareness, Media and Communications, Intercultural Competence, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Impact, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Research, Education and Training, General Medicine, Teaching, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tel Aviv University
Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Immigration Law, Social Justice, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Economic Development, Social Impact, Public Safety and National Security, Demography, Economics, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Social Justice, Social Impact, Social Studies, Advocacy, Conflict Management, Education and Training, Civil Law, Cultural Diversity, Discussion Facilitation, Media and Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Melbourne
Skills you'll gain: World History, European History, Social Sciences, International Relations, Social Justice, Social Impact, Political Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Economics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Injury Prevention, Public Safety and National Security, Public Health, Safety Standards, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Community Health, Risk Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Morehouse College
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Social Studies, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Cultural Responsiveness, Sociology, Oral Expression, Media and Communications, Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks