Overview

The History programme at Kent State University provides students with a rigorous academic framework to specialise in specific historical periods, regions, or themes. This Master's degree builds upon undergraduate foundations to cultivate advanced skills in critical analysis, original research, and historical empathy. Students engage deeply with primary sources and historiography to prepare for diverse professional pathways.

Why History at Kent State University?

Choosing this programme allows students to benefit from close mentorship provided by expert faculty at the Kent campus. The department is part of the Center for Renaissance Studies Consortium at the Newberry Library, offering unique research opportunities. Students can tailor their studies through interdisciplinary work in cognate fields or choose a specialised concentration designed for secondary school teachers. The curriculum is flexible, supporting both full-time scholars and part-time students through evening classes.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 20332 per year
National fee: USD 20332 per year
Local fee: USD 10706 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires a minimum of 30 credit hours, focusing on core methodology and elective specialisations. Modules may include:

Historiography
Research Seminar
Thesis I
Capstone in History
Interdisciplinary Project in History
Teaching Social Studies in Early and Middle Grades
Issues and Trends in Social Studies Education
Technology and Social Studies
Fundamentals of Curriculum

Careers with History

Graduates are prepared for impactful roles across academia, government, and cultural sectors. The programme's emphasis on communication and analytical skills enables alumni to pursue careers as university professors, museum curators, or archivists. Many graduates find success as historical consultants, policy advisors, and educational program directors within non-profit organisations or public institutions. The department provides dedicated career placement support to help students transition into professional research and historical preservation roles.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Historiography

Interdisciplinary Project in History

Variable Title Workshop in Curriculum and Instruction

Teaching Social Studies in Early and Middle Grades

Issues and Trends in Social Studies Education

Research in Social Studies Teaching and Learning

Technology and Social Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
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Language

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree in history from an accredited college or university1

Minimum 3.000 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

GRE scores

Goal statement describing professional objectives and proposed field of study

Significant piece of written work that integrates primary and secondary sources

Three letters of recommendation (preferably academic)

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20332 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20332 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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