The Master of Arts (M.A.) in History is offered through the School of History, Political Science and International Studies, which incorporates a multidisciplinary approach integrating economics, history, international studies and political science into all its graduate programs.

The M.A. in History is designed for students who wish to pursue historical studies that intertwine the story of European-American heritage. Courses in this program emphasize the social, cultural, legal, political and economic institutions of both regions. Students in this multidisciplinary program also have access to appropriate political science offerings.

Admission Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with at least 24 semester credits in history or closely related subjects.
• In addition to general University requirements, applicants must have an undergraduate grade point ratio of not less than 2.75 on a scale of 4.00.
• Applicants are required to submit three letters of reference that speak to their ability to successfully complete graduate studies.
• Submission of an official score report for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test taken within the last five years. (The GRE requirement is waived for applicants who have completed a Master's degree.)

Applicants who have not completed all requirements for admission to the degree program may be permitted to enroll in classes for credit on a non-matriculated or non-degree basis.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Professional opportunities for students with a Master of Arts in History cover a broad spectrum. Graduates of the program are employed in such areas as government service, law, education, multi-national corporations and journalism. Additionally, many of the students completing the program have gone on to pursue doctoral programs at colleges and universities throughout the country.

STUDENTS

Students applying for enrollment in the M.A. in History program should have graduated from an accredited college or university with at least 24 credits in history or closely related subjects and achieved an undergraduate grade point ratio of not less than 2.75 on a 4.00 scale. General University admission requirements also include completion of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). Three letters of reference that speak to the student's ability to successfully complete graduate studies also should be submitted.

Students can be elected into Phi Alpha Theta, the international honor society in history. Phi Alpha Theta is the highest-rated departmental honor society. Additionally, select summer study graduate programs are offered at the University's historic overseas campus, Wroxton Campus, in England.

UNIQUE OPPORTUNITIES

Fairleigh Dickinson University's proximity to New York City -the economic, financial, political and inter- national center of the world -provides students with unique opportunities for relevant, first-hand experiences in their fields of study. For example, students in the program have taken field trips to sites such as Hyde Park, the United Nations in session, the Holocaust Museum, and Ellis Island, where they have received briefings and special lectures on the history and tradition of the Island. Additionally, the program is enhanced by visiting instructors from the area who bring unique credentials and expertise to the classroom.

GLOBAL VISION

All of the majors offered within the School of History, Political and International Studies are placed in an international context to reflect the global nature of our society. Fairleigh Dickinson has long been known for its strong global programs - which take full advantage of the surrounding international culture. Majors also are encouraged to study at the University's Wroxton Campus in England to gain additional insight into other cultures.