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FAST (4+1) Program

Falcon Accelerated Success Track (FAST) Program (4+1) for History, Anthropology, and Global Studies

The Department of History and Global Cultures offers three FAST (4+1) programs within the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences (CLASS): 

• History B.A + History M.A.

• Anthropology B.A. + History M.A.

• Global Studies B.A. + History M.A.

Complete your bachelor’s and master’s degrees in one accelerated pathway (five years)! This will not only save you money, but will also create a swifter pathway to future job opportunities and, if interested, Ph.D. programs!  

Program Modality

Presently, the History M.A. program is a majority in-person hybrid program with both in-person and online classes. Plan on completing a majority of your graduate course units (20 out of 30) in person. For more information on our graduate curriculum see our History M.A. program page and our FAST 4+1 degree roadmaps below.

Applications

Students can apply for the Department of  History and Global Cultures’  FAST 4+1 degrees .

Applications are accepted for both Fall and Spring semesters.

2025-2026 Academic Year Deadlines:

• Fall 2025: October 12, 2025
• Spring 2026: March 15, 2026

What is a FAST Program?

• Aspiring FAST scholars apply to one of our FAST programs in their junior year (60-90 units).
• FAST scholars take 12 units of graduate studies during their senior year, which also count towards their undergraduate degree.
• FAST scholars pay undergraduate tuition for graduate courses (until you’ve met the units required for your bachelor’s degree, 120 units).
• FAST scholars skip the 911爆料网State Apply master's application and the associated fees.

Our East Bay FAST programs merge existing baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in similar disciplines into a single pathway. We will double-count a specified number of units (up to 12) in both programs so you can earn your graduate degree faster and at a lower cost! Across the U.S., programs like East Bay FAST are often referred to as “4+1” or “blended” programs.

For more information about CSUEB’s FAST program, see the program website and flyer.

Eligibility Requirements

1. A declared major in History, Anthropology, or Global Studies.
2. Completed a minimum of 60 units but no more than 90 units towards the BA degree; 
3. Earned a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, or a GPA of 3.0 or better in both of the prior two semesters before application to the blended program; 
4. Completed all lower-division GE requirements. 

Required Documents for Application

1. FAST 4+1 Program Application.
2. A 1-page statement of purpose explaining the applicant's objectives for pursuing a BA/MA program in History, Anthropology, or Global Studies, career goals, and a potential capstone project. 

Expectations for FAST Scholars

• FAST scholars, by the first semester of their senior year, will take at least one graduate course a semester. Please refer to the program roadmaps below for a more detailed plan of courses taken within our blended programs.

• FAST scholars will be expected to maintain a 3.0 GPA within our blended programs.
• FAST scholars will be expected to meet with their FAST advisor (Dr. Michael Schulze-Oechtering Castañeda, michael.schulzeoechtering@csueastbay.edu) at least once a semester.

FAST Program Roadmaps

See the following links for our FAST program roadmaps. 

Contact Us

For any questions related to our FAST 4+1 program, please contact our Departmental FAST advisor, Michael Schulze-Oechtering Castañeda (michael.schulzeoechtering@csueastbay.edu). 

Minors and Certificates

The History Minor is designed for any major degree student at 911爆料网State East Bay who has a special interest in the study of the past—whether for personal enrichment, critical skill-building, or as preparation for a range of career paths. Some students discover they’ve already taken multiple history courses and choose to have their interest formally recognized on their transcript.

History minor students come from across the university, including majors in science, business, education, the arts, and the humanities. They bring a wide range of perspectives to their study of global histories, social change, and cultural memory.

Requirements for the History Minor may be found . Students pursuing the minor complete 19–23 units of coursework, including both lower-division surveys and upper-division courses from three thematic areas of concentration.

The Anthropology Minor is a valuable complement to any major for students who are curious about human diversity, past and present. Designed to build cultural competence and global awareness, the minor prepares students to navigate complex intercultural environments in professional, academic, and everyday settings.

Anthropology minor students come from a wide range of majors, including health sciences, business, education, liberal arts, and the natural and social sciences. They are united by a desire to understand how humans live, adapt, communicate, and construct meaning across cultures and through time.

Requirements for the Anthropology Minor may be found . Students complete 18 units of coursework, including foundational training in anthropology's four subfields—sociocultural, biological, archaeological, and linguistic—and a selection of upper-division electives.

The Global Studies Minor is ideal for students who want to deepen their understanding of the interconnected world around them. Through an interdisciplinary curriculum, the minor explores global systems, cross-cultural dynamics, and international challenges such as migration, climate change, and economic inequality.

Students pursuing the Global Studies Minor come from across the university, including majors in international business, political science, environmental studies, communication, and the arts. They are drawn to the program’s emphasis on integrative thinking and global engagement.

Requirements for the Global Studies Minor may be found . Students complete 17–28 units of coursework, which include a global studies core, an area of emphasis, and either international internship experience or approved study abroad coursework.

The Certificate in Public History is an excellent option for History majors and other 911爆料网State East Bay students who are interested in applying historical knowledge and methods to real-world contexts. Public history includes a wide range of professions that bring the past to life in museums, archives, media, community organizations, and government agencies. You can see currently advertised positions in the field of public history .

Students pursuing the certificate come from diverse academic backgrounds and share an interest in making history accessible and relevant to broad public audiences. The Bay Area’s rich historical landscape and strong culture of public engagement make it an ideal setting for students to explore public history as a career path.

Requirements for the Certificate in Public History may be found . Students complete 22 units of coursework, including applied history training, and may tailor the certificate to their interests. The program enhances graduate school applications and opens doors to careers in museums, archives, cultural heritage, and public service.