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History: Master of Arts (MA)

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Application Deadlines

Spring Admission
November 1

Fall Admission
July 1, priority deadline is March 15

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Exams & Waivers

Entrance exam: GRE
Exam waiver available: Yes

Learn more about exam waiver eligibility

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Location

On campus

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Completion Time

2 years (full time)

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Secure your future by understanding the past.

It was Winston Churchill who warned us that “those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” Here’s your chance to gain a thorough understanding of history with App State’s Master of Arts in History.

By learning how history has shaped the present, you’ll gain in-depth critical thinking, analytical and writing skills for a variety of elevated roles — including teacher, curator, librarian, writer and genealogist — across a wide range of industries.

You’ll be given flexibility to focus on the areas and time periods that appeal to you the most, allowing you to create the perfect skill set for the environment you will be working in after graduating.

Visit the Department of History website for more information about the History program.

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A 2022 ‘Best’

In its 2022 “Best Colleges” rankings, U.S. News & World Report named App State:

  • No. 1 — Most Innovative School among Southern universities
  • No. 3 — Top Public Schools in the South
  • No. 6 — Best Regional Universities of the South

The Princeton Review named App State among the best schools in the U.S. and the Southeast for 2022.

‘Top’ school for 2022

Forbes magazine ranked App State among “America’s Top Colleges” for 2022.

Learn more about App State’s accolades

Concentrations and Courses

    • General History

      Use the knowledge of the past to propel your future career as a teacher, curator, librarian, writer, genealogist and more.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Historic Preservation

      Draw upon the history of architecture and landscape design in making informed choices about the care, maintenance and revitalization of historic properties.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Teaching

      Gain the skills to teach history at the high school or community college level, or earn licensure renewal credits.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Museum Studies

      Equip yourself with the tools you need to reimagine the museum experience and engage more diverse audiences.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

    • Public History

      Learn to protect historic artifacts and communicate historical narratives.

      Graduate Bulletin & Course Catalog

Careers and Mountaineers

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

  • Teacher
  • Instructor
  • Curator
  • Archivist
  • Lobbyist
  • Interpreter
  • Collections Manager
  • Training Specialist
  • City Planner
  • Apprentice Cooper
  • Ph.D. Candidate

Employers

  • Colonial Williamsburg
  • National Archives in Washington, D.C. 
  • Janus Research
  • History Associates
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
  • U.S. Department of Defense
  • Smith Bucklin
  • Deadwood History Inc.
  • City of Statesville
  • High Schools
  • Community Colleges

Career information resource

App State’s Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

  • Alumna Profile: Carrie Streeter '12
    Alumna Profile: Carrie Streeter '12

    While working on her master’s degree with a concentration in public history, Streeter collaborated with others on research of the Moses Cone Estate and the influential Cone sisters. She co-curated an exhibit at the Blowing Rock Art and History Museum (BRAHM).

    Listen to Carrie Streeter and a fellow alumna discuss their time at App State

More to Explore at App State

International Experience

Work outside your cultural boundaries. Learn more

Professional Development

Invest in yourself with opportunities designed to stimulate career growth. Learn more

Graduate Assistantships

Earn some money while you earn your degree. Learn more

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Program Contact

Dr. Judkin Browning
Program Director
browningjj@appstate.edu
828-262-6022

Department of History

College of Arts and Sciences

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