PhD History at University of Notre Dame

Programme overview

The doctoral program in history is a multidimensional program with exceptional strengths in European, Latin American, medieval, and United States history. One of the nation's leading recipients of major research fellowships, the department's faculty numbers over 40 and supports graduate work within and between these fields. The program emphasizes training in research, writing, and teaching and, given its emphasis on training academic historians, addresses the ethics, values, obligations, traditions, philosophies, and skills critical to the academic profession. Affiliated doctoral programs at Notre Dame include Peace Studies and History and History and Philosophy of Science . Last updated: 9/28/2026 Minimum residency: 2 years minimum.

Faculty: The Graduate School | Department: History | Study mode: full-time | Location: Notre Dame, IN, United States

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School application materials: GRE General Test not required; TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo for non-native speakers of English; Curriculum vitae; Statement of intent; Three letters of recommendation; Writing sample(s) - refer to program site for details; Unofficial transcripts from each post-secondary institution required at the time of application. (Official transcript showing conferral of a bachelor's degree due upon enrollment.) Application deadline: Jan. 1.

USD 69,110 a year (2026-27). Graduate School full-time tuition for 2026-27, the rate the page lists for Graduate School programmes generally (not a programme-specific schedule). Excludes technology ($250), health centre access ($150) and student activity ($100) fees. Source

Notre Dame Law School admits new Juris Doctor students for the fall term only.

JSD applications are submitted through the LSAC online system and are due March 15; supporting documents are due April 1.

Apply through the official page: https://graduateschool.nd.edu/admissions/

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