Prepare for a dynamic career with an MA in history

A master’s degree program in history teaches you to interpret historical evidence, connect events and ideas, think critically and communicate effectively. Through this engaging graduate program, which can be completed fully online, you will benefit from quality instruction and mentorship from 体育菠菜大平台 history faculty who care about your academic and professional success. A combination of history coursework and research along with opportunities to collaborate and network will prepare you to excel in your career.

在线 Masters Degrees badge for best online masters programs 2023The program includes thesis, non-thesis or public history options to fit your interests, whether for positions in education, 博物馆, business, law, government or further graduate studies.

Prerequisites: A bachelor’s degree with at least 18 hours of history

Accelerated 史米.A. 程序

赢得你的 史米.A alongside your Bachelor's, completing the program in just 5 years with the Accelerated 4+1 program. Learn more about accelerated programs at 体育菠菜大平台.

Career Opportunities with a Master's in 历史

  • 历史 Researcher
  • 公共 Historian
  • Museum Curator
  • Museum Director
  • 图书馆 Archivist
  • Government Historian
  • Community College Instructor
  • 讲师
  • Political Analyst
  • 顾问
  • Historical Interpreter
  • Historical Preservationist
  • Community Historian
  • Oral Historian
  • Cultural Resource Manager

"The quality of instruction in the online program is exceptional. You never know what you are going to get in an online environment, but the faculty here are all research driven and very committed to the graduate program and helping students grow. It sets you up really great to find the direction you want to go."

 

Sean Mayfield

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Benefits of a Master's Degree

A graduate degree helps you advance your career by qualifying for higher positions with additional leadership opportunities. The median salary for those with master’s degrees is 16% higher than for those with an undergraduate degree, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.