History

Hours

The program requires the completion of 30 credit hours encompassing graduate history coursework and a thesis. The coursework includes a mandatory course on Empires and Imperialisms, with flexibility in choosing between a focus on pre-modern or modern empires for the remaining hours.

Delivery Method

The program is offered entirely online, providing flexibility and accessibility to students from diverse geographic locations. This format allows for a robust learning experience, accommodating the needs of working professionals and international students alike.

Applicant Prerequisites & Requirements

Prospective students must submit a completed graduate application form along with the application fee. Admission criteria include a GPA of 3.0 or higher on undergraduate coursework, 24 undergraduate hours of history courses, a minimum score of 500 on the verbal section of the GRE, a critical writing sample of 10-15 pages, three narrative letters of recommendation from academic references, and final approval by the department's graduate admissions committee.

Career Outlooks

Graduates emerge as highly skilled researchers and writers, equipped with a deep knowledge of historical theories, methodologies, and debates. Their proficiency in conducting original, graduate-level research and their ability to engage with foreign language sources prepare them for a wide range of careers, including advanced academic research, community college teaching, and various positions beyond the traditional academic sphere.