Master of History at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Master of History as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for history and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Master of History

Secure your future by understanding the past.

It was Winston Churchill who warned us that "those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it." Here's your chance to gain a thorough understanding of history with App State's Master of Arts in History.

By learning how history has shaped the present, you'll gain in-depth critical thinking, analytical and writing skills for a variety of elevated roles – including teacher, curator, librarian, writer and genealogist – across a wide range of industries.

You'll be given flexibility to focus on the areas and time periods that appeal to you the most, allowing you to create the perfect skill set for the environment you will be working in after graduating.

Disciplines

Humanities

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of History at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of History

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

Teacher
Instructor
Curator
Archivist
Lobbyist
Interpreter
Collections Manager
Training Specialist
City Planner
Apprentice Cooper
Ph.D. Candidate

Employers

Colonial Williamsburg
National Archives in Washington, D.C.
Janus Research
History Associates
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools
U.S. Department of Defense
Smith Bucklin
Deadwood History Inc.
City of Statesville
High Schools
Community Colleges

Career information resource

App State's Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

Alumna Profile: Carrie Streeter '12

While working on her master's degree with a concentration in public history, Streeter collaborated with others on research of the Moses Cone Estate and the influential Cone sisters. She co-curated an exhibit at the Blowing Rock Art and History Museum (BRAHM).

Listen to Carrie Streeter and a fellow alumna discuss their time at App State

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of History at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of History at Appalachian State University

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To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Master of History at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone