By pursuing a PhD degree in history, you will explore the world's broad historical questions and delve deeply into regional and national histories in an environment that prizes collaborative learning.
Whether you are preparing for an academic position or a career in the public or private sector, a PhD in history will enable you to make sense of the past and connect that understanding to the most pressing challenges of the present.
Send official transcript(s) from every college or university attended. You must have a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution or equivalent.
Official e-transcripts may be submitted directly from an institution to [email protected]. Submit transcript(s) via mail in sealed, signed envelopes mailed directly from the original institution to the Brandeis Division of Graduate Professional Studies. To avoid any delays, please include our mail stop, MS 084, in the address.
Include an updated resume that outlines your current and recent work history.
Your statement of goals should:
Contain at least 500 words.
Address why you are pursuing a graduate degree.
Describe how the program outcomes will help you achieve your professional and personal goals.
For more details, refer to the online application.
We require one letter of recommendation from a current OR former supervisor, manager or employer who can assess your workplace performance.
Add their information to the online application and they'll receive a link to upload the letter.
You can submit multiple recommendation letters.
Submitted an application? Your application will be processed immediately. Our admissions committee typically makes admissions decisions within one week of receiving a completed application. Decision letters are emailed and mailed to all applicants.
If you have already submitted an application, you may log in to the GPS Application Management Center to view the progress of your application. You may also contact an admissions advisor or the GPS admissions office. Please note that the admissions committee does not begin reviewing your application until all required documents are received.
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