Historical Studies
Program Description
The Master of Arts program in Historical Studies is designed to accommodate a variety of interests and career paths that connect individuals to a deeper knowledge of history. The diverse curriculum meets the needs of students wanting to enter the growing field of Public History, teach at the K-12 level, and those seeking to go on for a doctorate in history and an academic career. The program emphasizes academic and professional training in historiography, historical methods and theory, and current conceptual tools and techniques for organizing and presenting historical evidence.
Degrees Offered: M.A.
Tracks/Concentrations: Public History
Department: History
Part-Time or Full-Time: Full-time and Part-Time
Online or On Campus: On Campus
Admissions Requirements
GRE General Test NOT required.
Term of Admission: Fall
Domestic Application Deadline: February 15
International Application Deadline: January 1
Contact Us
Main Contact Info: 410-455-2312 (UMBC)
Graduate Program Director:
Derek Musgrove, derek.musgrove@umbc.edu
Graduate Program Coordinator:
Carla Ison, 410-455-4178, ison@umbc.edu