What You’ll Learn
Our history master's students share a love of history and of learning.
Many of our students are seeking teaching certification or advanced training. Others are looking to change careers or pursue opportunities at museums or with archival and records management. Some also pursue doctoral study. No matter what your motivation, you'll learn from highly trained professors and fellow students who want to delve deeper into this field.
Curriculum
Students in the American and World tracks pick from a variety of minor fields with coursework in and outside history, including education, film studies, women's studies, or study abroad.
You can choose to complete the program through either full-time or part-time study. Many of the graduate seminars are offered in synchronous online format, to allow even more scheduling flexibility.
You can choose either a master's thesis or comprehensive exam as your capstone experience.
Curriculum & Learning OutcomesCareer Outlook
Many of our graduates work in education as secondary history teachers. However, they also go on to opportunities such as:
- Doctoral study
- Library school
- Public history
- Museums
- Business
- Public service
- Urban planning
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Application Process
All applicants must complete the multi-step process managed by the Center for Graduate Studies.
- Determine your applicant type
- Submit the online Part 1
- Request all official transcripts
- Review and submit required Part 2 materials
- International applicants must also complete Part 3.
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Deadlines
- Summer Semester: April 15
- Fall Semester: July 1
- Spring Semester: November 15
Complete applications received after the published deadline are welcome and will be reviewed on a space-available basis.
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Study Abroad in Ireland
You can dive deep into history and spend a semester studying at 200-year-old Maynooth University near the city of Dublin, Ireland.
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Financing Your Education
Learn more about scholarships, fellowships, and graduate assistantships.
What’s Next?
Start Your Application
Complete our multi-part application with the Center for Graduate Studies.
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