Denton,
TX,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in History - European History in Denton United States | University of North Texas
University of North Texas
|
Denton United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
32,160
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Master the fascinating and intricate history of Europe through our program. The History Department provides an intensive graduate curriculum in European History, spanning broad geographical and thematic scopes. This specialization examines European civilization's evolution from Ancient and Medieval periods through the Renaissance and Reformation, into the transformative 17th, 18th, and 20th centuries, continuing into modern times.
Our distinguished faculty bring globally acknowledged expertise and practical knowledge to mentor doctoral candidates across diverse fields including military, gender, political, social, cultural, economic history, and Jewish studies. Their teaching covers regions from Classical Greece and Rome to Russia, Britain, France, and Germany. Our instructors are accomplished scholars with extensive publications, prestigious research funding, and global acclaim in their specialties.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
The UNT Department of History takes a holistic approach in evaluating applicants for admission to our graduate programs. Letters of intent that contextualize a prospective student's application play a significant role in our admissions decisions. GRE scores are NOT required, but are highly recommended. We do NOT have a minimum GPA or GRE score requirement, nor do we have a minimum undergraduate credit-hour in history requirement. However, the general guidelines below provide a broad picture of some of the common characteristics of successful applicants to our PhD program.
We do not require a MA degree for admission to the PhD program. However, many of our admitted students have already earned one, either in History or in a field of study related to their arena of specific research interest.
Transcripts are required from every college or university you have attended
Statement of purpose. The statement of purpose explains why you wish to pursue a Ph.D. in History at UNT. This letter should describe the central insights and intellectual questions that motivate your interests in history, the specific fields of historical study in which you are interested, and the broader goals you hope to achieve through your research and scholarship.
Sample of writing. A piece of professional/academic writing from the master's degree.
At least three (3) letters of recommendation. At least three letters should come from people who are familiar with your post-secondary academic record and are able to speak to your potential for success in the Ph.D. history program. Applicants must include recommenders name and email address when filling out their History application, in order for each recommender to receive the link to upload their recommendation letters. There is no specific recommendation form required.
International Transcripts: The Toulouse office of International Admissions requires international transcripts to be provided in both English and your native language, if applicable. English translations must be from either the academic institution or a certified translator. They accept notarized or copied transcripts from foreign schools only for processing your application. If admitted, original and official documents will be required before you can register for classes.
English Language Proficiency: UNT degree program applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. Minimum TOEFL score requirement is 79, Minimum IELTS score is 6.5, Minimum PTE score is 53. UNT-International provides a complete list of ways to demonstrate English language proficiency.
We do not require a MA degree for admission to the PhD program. However, many of our admitted students have already earned one, either in History or in a field of study related to their arena of specific research interest.
Transcripts are required from every college or university you have attended
Statement of purpose. The statement of purpose explains why you wish to pursue a Ph.D. in History at UNT. This letter should describe the central insights and intellectual questions that motivate your interests in history, the specific fields of historical study in which you are interested, and the broader goals you hope to achieve through your research and scholarship.
Sample of writing. A piece of professional/academic writing from the master's degree.
At least three (3) letters of recommendation. At least three letters should come from people who are familiar with your post-secondary academic record and are able to speak to your potential for success in the Ph.D. history program. Applicants must include recommenders name and email address when filling out their History application, in order for each recommender to receive the link to upload their recommendation letters. There is no specific recommendation form required.
International Transcripts: The Toulouse office of International Admissions requires international transcripts to be provided in both English and your native language, if applicable. English translations must be from either the academic institution or a certified translator. They accept notarized or copied transcripts from foreign schools only for processing your application. If admitted, original and official documents will be required before you can register for classes.
English Language Proficiency: UNT degree program applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency. Minimum TOEFL score requirement is 79, Minimum IELTS score is 6.5, Minimum PTE score is 53. UNT-International provides a complete list of ways to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Tuition
USD
32,160