Overview

Students entering the PhD program in History at Washington State University are expected to have completed a Masters degree in History or in a related field of study at an accredited college or university, and to show promise of doing excellent work at the doctoral level.

All doctoral candidates conduct independent research leading to a written dissertation, with the objective of making a major contribution to the body of academic knowledge in History.

Features

Research will be focused on a specific Primary Field, which is embedded in a broader General Field that gives a geographical, chronological, and historiographical framework for the research.

The program will culminate with a final oral examination. Financial aid in the form of a teaching assistantship is available for dedicated, quality full-time PhD students.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The Department of History has a committee dedicated to Graduate Professional Development.

History graduate students also organize a weekly colloquium in addition to weekly meetings of the History Graduate Students Association (HGSA).

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

72 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

History View 166 other PhDs in History in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

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Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Must complete a Language Background Form (competency in a foreign language desired, but not required).

Also must complete a Preferred Fields of Study Form.

Tuition Fee

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International

14210 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14210 USD per year during 48 months.
National

14210 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14210 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

6627 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 6627 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Pullman

904 - 1507 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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