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The history PhD program prepares students to excel as both researchers and educators. The doctoral curriculum aims to develop accomplished academics who are equally committed to teaching. Students follow a structured yearly plan involving coursework, teaching experience, and dissertation research.
Although typically completed in six to seven years, the program permits up to a decade to fulfill all graduation requirements.
Individuals who have or will have by the time of matriculation a BA, BS, or equivalent undergraduate degree (for prospective international students, a three- or four-year undergraduate degree from an institution of recognized standing) and actively seeks applicants from groups historically underrepresented in graduate schools. Applicants must receive a minimum score of 80 for the TOEFL, and it is not common for applicants to be admitted with TOEFL scores below 90. The minimum IELTS Academic score is 6.5. Some programs may require higher scores. Application Deadline: Dec 1.