Milwaukee,
WI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The PhD program is designed for individuals aspiring to become autonomous, innovative researchers. Typically, graduates pursue academic careers at higher education institutions. Doctoral candidates play a vital role in both learning and instruction within the History Department, engaging in research, teaching responsibilities, and collaborating extensively with faculty and peers. The program generally takes 4-5 years to complete, with most entrants holding a master's in history. Key milestones include passing comprehensive exams, producing a dissertation, and successfully defending it.