Overview
Our graduate faculty has expertise in a variety of geographical and thematic areas.
Students from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley pursuing the MA in History may focus on one of several specializations that include American, Borderlands, World (Middle East, Asia, and Europe), Atlantic World, Race & Ethnicity, Women & Gender, Labor, Latin America, and Religion and Military History.
Key Features
- History is an excellent background for those who wish to further their studies in law school or enter journalism.
- Graduates will be able to demonstrate critical historical thinking.
- Graduates will be able to communicate historical information effectively in both oral and written expression.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Readings in U.S. History prior to 1877
- Readings in U.S. History after 1877
- Readings of the History of the West
- Readings in U.S. History Special Topics
- Readings in Medieval/Early Modern European History
- Readings in Modern European History
- Readings in European History – Special Topics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
History Modern History View 812 other Masters in History in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field.
- Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0.
- Official transcripts from each institution attended (must be submitted directly to UTRGV).
- Minimum of 12 hours of upper division and 9 hours of lower division History coursework.
- Personal statement detailing professional goals and reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.
- Two letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources.
- GRE General Test. GRE test scores are valid for 5 years. A waiver of the GRE requirement will be granted to applicants who show proof of completing a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral).
- Writing sample of at least 5 pages with citations and bibliography.
Tuition Fee
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International
15676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7838 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
15676 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7838 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
8332 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4166 USD per semester during 12 months.
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Funding
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