Student Learning Outcomes: Advanced knowledge and skills in content, analytical theories, research methods, and public presentation of history. Enhanced breadth of coverage, preparation, and professional skills for post-graduate application of MA in History – secondary schools or Ph.D programs. Advanced competency in using archival resources, conducting research, handling primary sources, constructing original historical theses, and effective writing.

Applicants must: Complete at least 6 hours of upper-level undergraduate history credits, with a GPA of 3.0 or better. Submit an application on the appropriate university form to the Office of Recruitment and Admissions. Submit official transcripts of all previous college-level studies to the University’s Office of Recruitment and Admissions. Submit two letters of recommendation, at least one from a professor in the undergraduate major, to the Coordinator of Graduate Studies in History. Submit a writing sample (minimally seven double-spaced pages in length with proper citations) of previous academic work in history to the Coordinator of Graduate Studies in History.