Graduate Admissions Office: Master of Arts in History


Master of Arts in History

College of Arts and Sciences Department of History Program Director : Dr. Alan Kahan Department’s Phone Number : (305) 348-2809 Department’s FAX Number : (305) 348-3561 For More Information, go to Program's web site College of Arts and Sciences web site << Go Back		Brief Description of the Program: The Department of History offers the M.A. degree, with concentration in one of four culture areas: United States, Africa, Europe, and Latin America. Students will choose a Thesis, Report, or Internship in Public History option, in consultation with the Department’s Graduate Advisor. Students must make their selection either prior to registering for their first Research Seminar or before completing the first twelve (12) semester-hours toward the degree, whichever comes first. The degree requirements for the M.A. vary somewhat, according to the option taken. Students planning to continue into the Doctoral Program in Atlantic Civilization are expected to complete the thesis option. Separate application to the Ph.D. program must be made as the student completes the MA program.
Application Requirements: Applicants to the M.A. degree program in History must have an undergraduate average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). No GRE required. Two letters of recommendation. Applicants should ensure that each letter on their behalf is signed by the author along the sealed flap of the envelope. Letters should be mailed directly to the Graduate Advisor, together with the waiver form available from the Department of History. Applicants must have completed 12 semester-hours of credit (on the basis of 3-hour courses) in undergraduate courses in History. Additional Requirements for International Students: Foreign graduate applicants are accepted subject to space and fiscal limitations Must be academically eligible for further study in their own country An official copy of TOEFL scores, if applicable (The department requires a 550(paper)/213(computer) or higher).