Springfield,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in History - American History in Springfield United States | University of Illinois Springfield
University of Illinois Springfield
|
Springfield United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
12,272
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MA program in American History is perfect for students aiming to advance their education after completing their bachelor's degree. Our adaptable curriculum delivers comprehensive instruction in historical research techniques and methodologies. Faculty members specialize in periods ranging from colonial times to modern America, with particular strengths in the Revolutionary War, Early National period, and Civil War. The department features specialists in urban studies, social movements, gender history, African-American studies, and political developments.
This American History master's program provides hybrid course options, including numerous online classes. We excel at preparing educators for professional growth, guiding recent graduates in refining their research and writing abilities, and helping professionals enhance their investigative skills. Our alumni have successfully entered PhD programs nationwide after completing the MA.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students must complete an application to the university and have official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended submitted to the Office of Admission
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA a minimum 3.0 GPA in history
Submit an academic writing sample to the History Department chairperson
Submit a statement of purpose not to exceed 500 words to the History Department chairperson
Although it is not required applicants may also submit one or more of the following GRE scores three letters of recommendation a history research paper documentation of work experience in the field of history Applicants without these qualifications will be considered for conditional admittance
TOEFL IBT - 79
IELTS Academic - 6.0
PTE - 50
Minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA a minimum 3.0 GPA in history
Submit an academic writing sample to the History Department chairperson
Submit a statement of purpose not to exceed 500 words to the History Department chairperson
Although it is not required applicants may also submit one or more of the following GRE scores three letters of recommendation a history research paper documentation of work experience in the field of history Applicants without these qualifications will be considered for conditional admittance
TOEFL IBT - 79
IELTS Academic - 6.0
PTE - 50
Tuition
USD
12,272