About Master’s Program,
The M.A. in History at Georgia State prepares students for a wide range of careers, both inside and outside the academy. Students develop deep expertise in the historical literature of their chosen field of study, learn to employ a diverse array of theories and methodologies including cutting-edge digital technologies for researching and disseminating scholarship and master the skills of communication necessary to thrive in today’s job market.
Cohorts of 10-12 students begin each fall semester and students receive individual attention and work together through the year.
We also offer a dual B.A./M.A. program that enables promising undergraduate students to take graduate courses and complete the M.A. program more quickly (typically one year in addition to the student’s B.A. coursework).
Master’s Program Degree Eligibility with GPA,
Identify and analyze a wide variety of primary sources, from traditional archival resources to oral histories, sound recordings, material culture and visual art
Connect their historical research to pressing contemporary concerns and articulate its broader importance
Master technologies such as digital mapping and web design to present historical findings
Communicate their research effectively as writers and public speakers
The History Department at Georgia State is at the forefront of the movement for career diversity, winning multiple grants to develop new curricula and professional development opportunities that show how historians contribute to a wide range of fields, from nonprofits and government to the private sector.
Our M.A. graduates go onto win admission and funding at a variety of distinguished programs, while others advance directly into employment in fields such as education, museums, tech and historic preservation.
Master’s Funding Coverage,
Financial aid (GRA/GTA) is awarded beginning in the fall semester only. All assistantship applications and corresponding materials are due February 15th.
Graduate Research Assistantships (GRAs), with an annual stipend, are available for award to M.A. students. GRAs typically work with a faculty member as a research assistant for ten hours a week during the academic year.
Graduate Teaching Assistantships (GTAs), with an annual stipend, are available for award only to Ph.D. students. GTAs typically teach undergraduate survey courses in U.S. and world history during the academic year.
For M.H.P. Students: M.H.P. Graduate Research Assistantship applications are accepted throughout the year.
In addition to the funding available at the college level, the Department of History is able to offer some financial support to M.A., M.H.P. and Ph.D. students.
Named fellowships are available for award to students who apply for and receive a Graduate Research Assistantship.
Application Requirement,
Statement of Purpose
Writing Sample (sample of previous scholarly work)
Three Letters of Recommendation
Official TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or IELTS (International English Language Testing Systems) academic scores (International applicants only)
Transcripts (one from each institution attended)
GRE NOT required
Please visit the department’s website for specific instructions related to the statement of purpose and letters of recommendation.
Application Deadline,
Feb 01, 2025
Application Fee,
Graduate Programs Application Fee, $50
