International and historical roots of American higher education

Origins of higher education in the Western world : sixth century B.C.-133 B.C.

Higher education during the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic civilizations : 800 B.C.-1600 A.D.

The growth of universities in Europe : 742-1662

Reformation influences : 1519-1584

Germination : 1636-1776

Exploration : 1776-1862

Diversification : 1862-1900

A new status : 1900-1945

Expansion : 1945-1990.