Overview

The Public History M.A. at St. John's University provides students with the essential skills to document, preserve, and interpret the past for diverse audiences. This comprehensive programme combines theoretical historical research with practical applications in museum studies and archival management. Students benefit from the university's strategic location in New York City, gaining access to world-class cultural institutions and professional networks.

Why Public History at St. John's University?

St. John's University offers a distinctive learning environment where students can pursue a dual degree in Public History and Library and Information Science, an ALA-accredited path that is rare in the United States. The programme emphasises community service and media technology, ensuring graduates are equipped for the modern digital landscape. Students also have access to the Nickolas Davatzes Scholarship, which supports dedicated research in American or Greek history.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 1640 per credit
National fee: USD 1640 per credit
Local fee: USD 1640 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires 33 credits, including core historical methods, specialised electives, and a substantial capstone project. Modules may include:

Public History
Modern Historical Research
Oral History
Material Culture
History as Visual Record
Internship
Capstone Project

Careers with Public History

Graduates are prepared for diverse professional paths within the heritage and information sectors. The programme's extensive internship requirement of 240 hours ensures students gain direct experience at prestigious sites such as the Museum of the City of New York or the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Common career destinations for alumni include:

Museum Curation and Conservation
Archival Management
Government Agencies
Non-profit Organisations
Film and Television Research
Corporate Archives and Genealogy

The programme has a strong track record of alumni success, with graduates securing leadership roles in major institutions like the New York Public Library, where they manage technology education and community resources.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Public History

Modern Historical Research

Oral History

History of Material Culture

History as Visual Record

Advanced Topics in Public History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

Recommended deadlines. Graduate programs use rolling admission: qualified applications reviewed and accepted as space allows until semester start.

Language

English

Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Modern History View 61 other Masters in Modern History in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Official university and post-secondary transcripts, plus degree conferrals/diplomas

The Test for English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or IELTS examination scores.

For expedited foreign transcript evaluation service at a discounted rate you may complete a SpanTran Foreign Transcript Evaluation Application Form.

All documents received by the university become the property of the university and cannot be returned to the student

If you have only one copy of your official document and are able to visit our Welcome Center in person, we will be happy to make a copy of the original and return the official copy to you immediately.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

27060 USD / year

≈ 27060 USD / year
Out-of-State

27060 USD / year

≈ 27060 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

27060 USD / year

≈ 27060 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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