Medieval and Early Modern Studies

The medieval and early modern studies major enables students to custom-build an interdisciplinary course of study in the history of political, religious and social institutions and in cultural production – from science and technology to theater, literature, music and art. Courses are selected from departmental offerings across campus.

The program encourages students to concentrate on one geographic region or on the increasing development of global interdependencies while focusing on a particular period or on movement through time. Medieval studies offers two chronological tracks: the medieval track (late fourth through 15th centuries) and the early modern track (15th through 18th centuries). A minor is offered as well.

• Official transcripts are required for each of the most recent three (3) years of schooling and must list all courses attended and grades obtained. If the transcripts are not in English, send the original transcript with English translations. In order for transcripts to be considered official, they must be sent directly to Binghamton by a school officer:

  • Electronically through the application;
  • By email to [email protected] (Note: must be sent from a school email domain); or
  • By mail to Binghamton University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, P.O. Box 6001, Binghamton, NY 13902-6001

With a background in medieval and early modern studies, students develop strong analytic and critical-thinking skills and a deep, nuanced understanding of the relationship between social and cultural developments across time and space.

A few of the careers open to medieval and Renaissance studies majors are shown below, although some may require additional education or experience.

• archivist
• author
• business manager
• editor
• English as a Second Language instructor
• grant writer
• historian
• librarian
• museum curator
• public policy analyst
• publisher
• teacher
• technical writer

An international applicant is someone who is not a U.S. citizen and who currently holds or will obtain an F or J Visa to study in the United States as a first-year or transfer student.

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