2023-24 Graduate Catalog


History, MA

To be admitted to study in the MA program, an applicant must complete 24 hours of undergraduate history courses (any applicant lacking these qualifications may be admitted conditionally, but must take such preparatory work as may be prescribed by the Graduate History Committee. Students must also present a strong academic record and provide evidence of an ability to do scholarly research and writing).

For the thesis option, a minimum of 30 approved semester hours, including at least 15 in history courses and 6 in thesis, is required. A maximum of nine hours of supporting work in related disciplines is optional. For the non-thesis option, a minimum of 30 approved semester hours is required, including at least 15 hours in history courses. A maximum of 9 hours of supporting work in related disciplines is optional. HIST 50963 Historiography is required of all graduate students.

For specific requirements, consult the Department of History Guide to Graduate Study.