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MA in History

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Program Overview

Hunter's History Department offers graduate study in a wide variety of fields and related areas of professional preparation. A favorable faculty-student ratio provides a congenial intellectual climate, encouraging individually designed programs within a coherent curricular framework.

Master Arts (MA) in History

A total of 30 credits to complete an MA in History.

You must complete an approved program of study totaling 30 credits, which includes the thesis seminar. You are allowed to take a maximum of 9 credits of graduate courses in other departments or colleges, provided they have the approval of the graduate advisor. You may not take more than two tutorials.

After completion of 24 credits (eight courses), you will register under your primary thesis advisor (a full-time faculty member of the History Department) for Individual Tutorial Research (3 credits) and Thesis Seminar: Independent Research (3 credits).

Finally, you'll present a satisfactory master's thesis, to be approved by your primary advisor and a second reader, as well as the Graduate Director.

Note: Once matriculated, you have four years in which to finish the work for your master's degree. 

You must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.

  • Bachelor’s degree comparable to a bachelor's degree from Hunter
  • College and university transcripts
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • At least 18 credits of upper level undergraduate courses in French literature.
  • Official score report of the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test*
  • Two letters of recommendation from appropriate academic or professional references.
  • A statement of purpose of approximately 500 words describing your objectives in undertaking graduate study. In reviewing applications, considerable importance is placed on the applicant’s interest in and commitment to advanced study and professional development.
  • Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the TOEFL/IELTS. The following minimum scores must be obtained:
    • TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Administered Test: 213
    • IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score

*The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is currently waived for both the incoming Spring 2025 and Fall 2025 class.

For additional program information, visit the History Department website.

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The Hunter Value

Providing an exceptional academic value is what we do best. See how Hunter compares against other top MA in History programs in NYC.

Tuition and Fees
$11K
Hunter College
$40K
Fordham University
$52K
New York University

Career Paths

A Master's in History can open up various career paths, especially in a diverse and dynamic city like New York City. Here are 10 careers with approximate salary ranges. These figures can vary depending on experience, job responsibilities, and the organization.

Responsibilities: Conducting archaeological research and excavations.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Organizing and preserving historical records.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Managing and curating exhibits in museums or cultural institutions.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Teaching history at the secondary or college level.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 per year (varies by level), with potential for higher earnings with experience and tenure.

Responsibilities: Preserving and restoring historic buildings and sites.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year, depending on the project and level of experience.

Responsibilities: Overseeing programs related to historical education, preservation, or advocacy.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Analyzing historical trends to inform policy decisions.

Salary Range: $60,000 - $90,000 per year, depending on experience, position, and organization.

Responsibilities: Engaging with the public through exhibitions, tours, or other educational programs.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Conducting historical research for government agencies, think tanks, or private companies.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $80,000 per year.

Responsibilities: Writing historical books, articles, or content for various publications.

Salary Range: Highly variable; may start around $40,000 and increase with experience and success.

Application Deadline

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis depending on available space in the program.

Fall Spring
April 1 November 1

Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.

International Students

Applicants who have completed all or part of their university studies in non-US institution and/or require student visas must submit their applications no later than February 1 to be considered for Fall admission and September 15 to be considered for Spring admission.

How to Apply

Students Educated Outside the US

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained:

  • TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Based Test: 213
  • IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score
Info for Students Educated Outside US

Ready to Apply?

Get started on your application now or visit the academic department's website to learn more about this graduate program.

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Contact the Program

Department of History
Karen Kern
History
68th Street West 1518
(212) 772-5491
kkern@hunter.cuny.edu

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