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The discipline of history focuses on analyzing and explaining societal transformations across different eras. Western Michigan University's History Department boasts around 25 dedicated faculty members with expertise spanning from ancient civilizations to modern times, covering regions including Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America. Choosing to pursue a history degree at WMU will equip you with valuable research and communication abilities while exploring diverse historical frameworks of human organization.
A first-year applicant is a student who is applying for admission and who has not attempted or earned any college credit after graduating from high school/secondary school (or earned equivalent).
Minimum English proficiency test scores:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 71 iBT
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: 6.0
Pearson Test of English, Academic Module (PTE): 48
Michigan English Test (MET): 48
Application deadlines:
Fall: June 15; Spring: October 15