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PhD History at Brandeis University

Brandeis University, United States

Programme overview

By pursuing a PhD degree in history, you will explore the world's broad historical questions and delve deeply into regional and national histories in an environment that prizes collaborative learning. Whether you are preparing for an academic position or a career in the public or private sector, a PhD in history will enable you to make sense of the past and connect that understanding to the most pressing challenges of the present.

Faculty: School of Arts, Humanities and Culture  |  Department: History  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall  |  Location: Waltham, MA, United States

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Entry requirements

Graduate (PhD) admission requirements published by Brandeis Graduate Admissions: bachelor's degree from an accredited U.S. or international institution, transcripts, letters of recommendation, résumé, statement of purpose; GRE optional; online application.

USD 59,600 a year (2026-27). School of Social Sciences and Social Policy in-residence PostBac, Master's and PhD band (9 months), listed for Anthropology, History, Sociology and Women's, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Tuition only; excludes fees, health insurance and living expenses. Source

PhD admission is for Fall 2027.

PhD deadlines: Round 1 December 1 (Chemistry, Psychology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry and Biophysics); Round 2 January 15 (Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, Social Policy, History). The Fall 2027 application opens in mid-October; online application fee $75 unless waived.

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