Overview

The History programme at Indiana University Bloomington provides students with a comprehensive foundation in advanced historical research and analysis. This Master of Arts degree is designed for those seeking to deepen their understanding of the past through rigorous academic inquiry and professional development. Students benefit from a vibrant intellectual community within the Department of History.

Why History at Indiana University Bloomington?

The university offers a distinctive environment for historical study, supported by world-class facilities such as the Lilly Library and the IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology. Students have access to more than 50 unique campus collections, providing unparalleled primary source material for original research. The department is home to various journals, centres, and institutes that foster a collaborative and interdisciplinary research culture.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 35577 per year
National fee: USD 35577 per year
Local fee: USD 35577 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to build essential research skills while allowing for thematic specialisation. Modules may include:

Historical Methodology
Digital and Public History
Research Seminar
Colloquia
U.S. History
World History
Environmental History
Gender and Biopolitics

Careers with History

Graduates of this programme are prepared for a wide range of professional paths in both academic and public sectors. The skills acquired in research, critical analysis, and communication are highly valued in various industries. Common career destinations for graduates include:

K-12 Teaching
Librarianship and Archival Management
Public History and Museum Curation
Publishing and Editorial Roles
Historical Societies and Cultural Organisations
Research and Policy Analysis

The department provides dedicated resources for placement and academic advising to support students in their transition to professional roles or further doctoral study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Comparative Mythology

Topography and Monuments of Athens

Bibliography and Research Resources for Classical Studies

The Ancient City

Readings in Greek Historians

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bloomington, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, including 24 undergraduate credit hours in history, an overall undergraduate B (3.0) average, and a superior record in history;

at least one score above 600 on the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test;

three letters of recommendation;

a personal statement concerning intellectual interests and professional aspirations; and
a sample of written work, such as a term paper, thesis, or any other piece of writing that indicates ability to communicate well in nonfiction prose.

Tuition Fees

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35577 USD / year

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35577 USD / year

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35577 USD / year

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Living costs

Bloomington

United States

1071 - 1733 USD / month

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