Overview

The Master of Arts with a major in history degree program is dedicated to preparing serious and creative professional historians.

The University of North Georgia offers students a rich intellectual environment, unique local research resources, and numerous opportunities for professional development outside the classroom. Students develop research and analytical skills that allow them to advance in their profession or begin to explore a career in history.

Outcomes

The master’s degree prepares students who plan to pursue a Ph.D. in History or a related field, such as Library Science, Museum Studies, Historical Preservation, and other graduate degrees.

Alternatively, many students use their knowledge of history in the public information sector, in secondary education, or at the two-year college level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historiography

U.S. History

Colonial America

Early National U.S.

Studies in History of Evolutionary Science

Social/Cultural History US 1860

Social/Cultural History U.S. 1860-Present

Social Movements in Modern America

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-10 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Dahlonega, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Baccalaureate from a regionally accredited, four-year institution with at least a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) calculated in accordance with Graduate Admissions procedures.
Anthropology, history, international affairs, philosophy, political science or other appropriate majors at the undergraduate level.
Official GRE General Test scores. Note: Only test scores less than five years old will be considered.
Three letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors or other references able to comment on the applicant’s writing ability and the potential for successful graduate study.
Writing sample, such as a research paper.
A one-two page personal statement commenting on your area of historical interest, preference for the thesis or non-thesis track, your preparation for graduate study and educational/career goals.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

24212 USD / year

≈ 24212 USD / year
Out-of-State

23528 USD / year

≈ 23528 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

5646 USD / year

≈ 5646 USD / year

Living costs

Dahlonega

United States

900 - 1400 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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