Overview
The study of history provides fascinating insights into the events that have shaped our world. A Ph.D. in History from UND will give you the skills to share important historical lessons with tomorrow's leaders and to contribute to knowledge in the field.
Careers
A Ph.D. in History from the University of North Dakota provides a springboard to dynamic careers in history and in many other fields. Popular career choices for Ph.D. graduates include:
- History professor at a college or university
- Public historian
- Museum curator and archivist
- Journalism
- Business
- Government
With a Ph.D. in history, you'll succeed in any career that depends on advanced skills in research, critical thinking, and oral and written expression.
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Research Seminar in European History
- Advanced Historical Methods
- Directed Readings
- The Atlantic World
- Readings in World History
- Seminar in the History of the Great Plains
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Fall: August 1 / May 1 (international)
- Spring: December 1 / September 1 (international)
- Summer: May 1 / February 1 (international)
Language
Credits
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Disciplines
History View 152 other PhDs in History in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Preference for admission into the Ph.D. program with full graduate standing will be given to applicants who have a GPA of at least 3.5 in history courses in an earned bachelor’s or master’s degree.
- Applicants will submit a statement of intent clearly outlining the applicant’s research interests, career goals, and purpose for seeking a Ph.D. in history.
- Applicants will submit a substantial paper previously submitted for a class in history to provide evidence of ability to research thoroughly, to interpret and analyze primary and secondary sources, to synthesize information, to organize thoughts logically, and to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Scores on the Graduate Record Examination are required.
Tuition Fee
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International
23925 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 23925 USD per year during 36 months. -
National
17944 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17944 USD per year during 36 months. -
In-State
11962 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11962 USD per year during 36 months.
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