History

Course Overview

The MA serves as a terminal degree for students seeking exposure to historical study before entering a variety of careers, as well as a preparatory degree for those interested in pursuing a PhD at another institution. The History MA program is designed to enhance the research, writing, and analytical skills of students, as well as provide a broad and advanced background in history content. Our graduates have gone on to a variety of jobs, including high-school teachers, college history professors, museum professionals, archivists, public historians, and writers. Students earning a Master of Arts in History have the option of choosing from the following three tracks: Archives, Public History, History Choosing one of these tracks gives students the option to concentrate on specialized training for particular professional paths. However all students, regardless of their track, will receive a firm foundation in the craft and methods of history. All students, regardless of their track, will receive a History MA degree.