MA History at Syracuse University

Programme overview

The field of history is extremely diverse, offering an opportunity to specialize by region, time period or issue area. The master of arts (M.A.) in history will provide the analytical and research skills needed for future success in this diverse field.

Faculty: Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Syracuse, NY, United States

What you will study

As a master’s student, you will develop basic analytic techniques, broaden your knowledge in a specialty of your choosing and conduct original research in this area, working closely with your advisor. The degree can be earned according to one of the two following plans, allowing you to complete the program based on your professional goals and interests. Please see the Course Catalogue for detailed requirements.

Career pathways

In addition to close faculty mentorship, Maxwell graduate students who choose to enter the workforce have access to many career tools and resources, including Syracuse University’s exclusive online job and internship portal, alumni directories, networking treks and skill-building resources.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall entry for most graduate programmes; spring entry for College of Engineering and Computer Science master's programmes and College of Law LL.M.

Graduate deadlines for fall: College of Engineering and Computer Science master's May 1 and PhD December 15; College of Visual and Performing Arts February 1; School of Architecture January 3; College of Law J.D. rolling admission, LL.M. May 15, J.D. for foreign law graduates June 1. Spring: Engineering and Computer Science master's November 1; Law LL.M. November 15. Other colleges set deadlines by programme.

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