Overview

The Master of Arts programme in Historical Studies at University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) combines foundational core seminars in historiographical theory and historical practice with specialized thematic electives and independent primary research. Students can pursue either the traditional Historical Studies research pathway or a specialized Public History track, which incorporates community-engaged research, museum studies, historic preservation, and professional archival internships.

Key Facts

Research domains and academic foci across the program encompass U.S. political, diplomatic, economic, and social history; European political systems, intellectual movements, and Holocaust studies; Atlantic World trade, colonial networks, and cultural exchanges; Asian historical developments; and community-based public history, shared authority, and historical preservation.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Study of History

The Practice of History

Public History Internship

Research Seminar in American History

Seminar in European History

Topics in Atlantic World History

Seminar in Asian History

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Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Baltimore Highlands, United States

Disciplines

History View 533 other Masters in History in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

The graduate admissions application form,

A statement of academic goals and research interests which identifies the faculty members with whom you would most like to work,

A Resume’ or CV,

An undergraduate transcript,

A 5-10 page sample of their academic or professional writing that demonstrates their writing, research, and analytical skills, and

Three letters of recommendation that provide information about your potential as a scholar and your ability to engage in the academic work of history at the graduate level. (Candidates with questions or concerns regarding such letters are invited to consult with the Graduate Program Director well before the application deadline.).

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Tuition Fees

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29010 USD / year

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