Overview

What Can I Do With A Master's in History?

A History program from Salisbury University affords special expertise for a wide range of occupations, including law, business, public service, communications and research. Our alumni have advanced their careers in the following professions:

Archaeology
Policy analysis
Naval intelligence
Clergy
State and local archives
Historic preservation
Museums
Foundation administration

Why Choose a Master of Arts in History?

With its emphasis on research, reading and writing, the M.A. in history program at SU not only prepares its students to succeed in challenging academic and professional environments, but also promises to foster in them a lifelong love of learning and appreciation for the complexity of the human condition.

There are many advantages to continuing your studies at SU, where you will find:

Diverse and world-class faculty. Graduate seminars are taught by engaging faculty who are devoted teachers and leading scholars in their fields. Our faculty helps students acquire the skills and theoretical foundations for conducting professional historical research. Small classes also afford individualized attention and faculty support.

A flexible curriculum. Our program welcomes both part- and full-time students. Independent study and the thesis option enable students to tailor their curricula to accommodate more specialized interests. Evening offerings give teachers and other nontraditional students an invaluable opportunity for ongoing education and career development.

Research opportunities. We offer a practical, hands-on approach to historical research in conjunction with SU’s Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture. An important resource for the study of the Chesapeake Bay region, the Nabb Center provides training for those aspiring to work in professional archives. Our students can pursue research in rare manuscripts, printed and microfilm materials as well as archaeological artifacts, dating from the 17th century onward.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Colonial and Revolutionary America

19th Century America

European History

Maryland History

20th Century America

Chesapeake and Middle Atlantic History

American Diplomacy

Early Delmarva

Ancient History

Asian History

African

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salisbury, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

Submission of three letters of recommendation from individuals qualified to judge the applicant’s ability to pursue graduate studies in history, an example of the applicant’s scholarly writing, along with the departmental application for admission to the graduate program in history, to the History Department, Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Avenue, Salisbury, MD 21801
Completion of the equivalent of an undergraduate major in history with at least 15 semester hours in history at the junior-senior level or above, including a course in research and writing, with a grade point average of 3.0 or better in all history courses.
A student who has completed a bachelor’s degree in a major other than history should contact the history graduate program director for additional information.

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

24150 USD / year

≈ 24150 USD / year
Out-of-State

24150 USD / year

≈ 24150 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13350 USD / year

≈ 13350 USD / year

Additional Details

Non-Resident Regional Hagerstown: $535 per credit

Living costs

Salisbury

United States

1300 - 2201 USD / month

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

Funding

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