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The department offers programs leading to the Master of Arts and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees with a major in history. Applicants for the graduate program must have completed the equivalent of the bachelor's degree with a major in history or related subject and are required to submit scores on the general test of the Graduate Record Examination, a statement of purpose, official transcripts, writing sample (one for MA applicants, two for Ph.D. applicants), and three letters of recommendation. Application deadline: January 15.

During the first year of study, all graduate students must take History 695k, the department's course in historiography/methodology. This course cannot count as part of the 18 units required in the fields listed above, or as part of the 12 units of 695 or 696, but will count toward the total number of units. Each student must pass a final examination in his or her major field.

Master of Arts: At least 24 units must be completed in history, including 18 units in one of the following areas: Asia, Early Europe, Latin America, Modern Europe, and United States. The student who elects to submit a thesis will receive thesis credit for 6 units and will be required to complete at least 12 additional units at the 695-696 level in history. The student who elects to present two research seminar papers (6 units) in lieu of thesis is required to complete at least 18 units at the 695-696 level in history. Each student must demonstrate reading knowledge of a second language. A total of 30 units and successful completion of an oral or written exam is required for the degree.

Doctor of Philosophy: All Ph.D. students must participate in a formal review of their program during the first year of doctoral studies. In consultation with an advisor, each Ph.D. student will select primary and secondary areas of concentration within the history major. Each student must demonstrate a reading knowledge of two second languages, with the exception of United States history students who must be proficient in one second language. Prior to advancement to candidacy, each student must pass an examination covering the major and minor fields. Following this examination, the candidate must prepare and defend a dissertation displaying mature research in original sources, competence in assembling and presenting historical data, and critical scholarship. Primary areas of concentration: Early Europe, Latin America, Middle East, Modern Europe, and United States. Secondary areas of concentration: Any primary area of concentration other than the chosen one; an approved minor in another department; or Asian history; Comparative Women’s history; Comparative/World history. A total of 48 units is required for the degree.

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Department: History

Phone:: (520) 621-5860
Fax:: (520) 621-2422

Mailing Address:: Social Sciences Building, Room 215
Tucson, Arizona 85721
Website:: http://datamonster.sbs.arizona.edu/history/graduates/index.php

Majors:: Early Modern Studies, History

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Master of Arts Program (MA)

Contact Information Application Questions Gina M. Wasson (520) 621-5860 gmw@u.arizona.edu Advising Questions David Ortiz, Jr. (520) 626-8419 davido@u.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Financial Aid is available, but the amount is limited. Assistance is awarded according to the faculty's ranking of current students and incoming candidates, taking into account the restrictions placed on the funding by its source. In all funding matters, Ph.D. students take precedence and the likelihood of receiving funding as a Masters student is low. Other sources of funding are available campus-wide.
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.00 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE
Other Application Requirements Department Application A copy of the Graduate College application GRE (no absolute minimum, but we look for 75th percentile or higher) 3 Letters of Recommendation Statement of Purpose Transcripts 1 Writing Sample All of the above materials may be uploaded to the Graduate College web site when applying to the University of Arizona.
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 15 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 15 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Code(s) 2799
Program Requirements Minimum Credit Hours 30 Core Courses Candidates for the M.A. degree must complete 30 units of graduate work. The average GPA in these courses must be 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. Candidates may elect to write a Master's thesis or two research seminar papers. 695K Historiography in the first year 18 units in the major field of study (see specifics below) 18 units in 695-696 courses 12 units of approved electives Reading knowledge of a second language Thesis or 2 seminar papers option Comprehensive exam (may be written or oral) or thesis defense Of the 30 units required for the M.A. degree, 18 units must be in one of the following fields: Asian History Early European History Latin American History Modern European History United States History Of the remaining 12 units, 6 units may be taken in another department or transferred from another approved graduate program. These courses must be approved by the major advisor and the DGS. During your first year in the program you must fill out a form listing all potentially transferable courses. The specific courses to be transferred on your plan of study, made out in conjunction with your committee. Of the total 30 units, 18 must be in 695-696 courses (6 of these 18 units may be taken in Thesis credits instead). Students who do not choose the thesis option must take two 696 courses, where the required two seminar papers will be written. Language Requirement(s) English proficiency is one of the conditions for admission for all applicants whose native language is not English. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 paper based (PB), 79 internet based (iBT), or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6). Individual departments may require a higher score and may have minimum score requirements by test module that must be met to qualify for admission. Applicants may request, the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send an official TOEFL score report directly to The University of Arizona. Contact TOEFL Services to request the mailing of your score report. The University of Arizona institution code is 4832. Other Requirements for Successful Completion of the Program During their first year of study all graduate students must take History 695K, the department's course in historiography/ methodology. This course CANNOT count as part of the 18 units required in the fields listed above OR as part of the 18 units of 695 or 696. It does count as part of the 30 total units. A student's program shall not include more than three units of Independent Studies (History 599 or 699), unless permission to exceed this limit has been given by the DGS and the Department Head. A reading knowledge of one second languages is required. This requirement must be completed BEFORE the written/oral comprehensive examination.

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Doctor of Philosophy Program (PhD)

Contact Information Application Questions Gina M. Wasson (520) 621-5860 gmw@u.arizona.edu Advising Questions David Ortiz, Jr. (520) 626-8419 davido@u.arizona.edu	Financial Aid Financial Aid is available, but the amount is limited. Assistance is awarded according to the faculty's ranking of current students and incoming candidates, taking into account the restrictions placed on the funding by its source. Other sources of funding are available campus-wide.
Application Requirements Minimum GPA 3.00 Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) Score 79 Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) Score 550 Minimum IELTS (overall band score) 7	Standardized Test Requirements Required Standardized Test(s) GRE
Other Application Requirements Departmental Application A copy of the Graduate College Application GRE (no absolute minimum, but we look for 75th percentile or higher) 3 Letters of Recommendation Statement of Purpose Transcripts 2 Writing Samples All of the above materials may be uploaded to the Graduate College web site when applying to the University of Arizona.
Application Deadline(s) Domestic Applicants Fall January 15 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions International Applicants Fall January 15 Spring No admissions Summer I No admissions Summer II No admissions	Program Codes GRE Code(s) 2799 NRC Fields(s) History
Program Requirements Minimum Credit Hours 48 Core Courses The Doctorate of Philosophy is a research degree. Preparation for the Comprehensive Examination is largely a process of self-education requiring a maximum of independence and a minimum of course work in residence beyond the M.A. degree. A Master's degree is required in order to be considered for admission to the Ph.D. program. Doctoral students in history must demonstrate scholarly ability, competence in research,and effective use of the English language. 695K Historiography in the first year 36 units of course work in major field 9 to 12 units of course work in minor field One 695 or 696 course each semester 18 Dissertation units (HIST 920) Qualifying Review and Plan of Study Written/Oral Comprehensive examination format determined by committee, written exams completed within one semester, oral exam taken within 6 months maximum of written exams Reading knowledge of 2 second languages Residence requirement, 30 units minimum completed at U of A, 2 semesters minimum as full time student Dissertation Prospectus Approval Final examination and Dissertation Defense Complete and approved Dissertation submitted to Degree Certification Thirty-six units of course work must be in your major field. You must complete nine to twelve units of course work in the minor field (as recommended by your Major Advisor and DGS): nine units if all are at least 600-level, twelve if not, depending on the field. At least half of the units in your major and minor fields must be in regularly graded courses. (A, B, C, D, E) Language Requirement(s) English proficiency is one of the conditions for admission for all applicants whose native language is not English. Applicants must submit a minimum TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 550 paper based (PB), 79 internet based (iBT), or IELTS (International English Language Testing System) composite score of 7 (no subject area below a 6). If a student takes the paper based TOEFL, they will be required to take a test of spoken English in order to qualify for a Teaching Asistantship. Individual departments may require a higher score and may have minimum score requirements by test module that must be met to qualify for admission. Applicants may request, the Educational Testing Service (ETS) to send an official TOEFL score report directly to The University of Arizona. Contact TOEFL Services to request the mailing of your score report. The University of Arizona institution code is 4832. For International students who are interested in Teaching Assistantships, you must score 26 or above on the speaking portion of the TOEFL in order to qualify. Other Requirements for Successful Completion of the Program All students must take History 695K during their first year in the program. This course will NOT count in either your major or minor field but will be counted in your total units. A reading knowledge of two second languages is required, except in United States History, where one language is required. The requirement must be completed BEFORE the written/oral comprehensive examination. Minor Requirements Asian History Comparative Women's History Early European History Interdisciplinary Minor Latin American History Middle Eastern History Modern European History United States History World/Comparative History You may also choose a minor in another department as proposed and approved by your Major Advisor and the DGS.

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