Whether as a historian or political analyst, while earning your master's degree in history from USD, you can expect to conduct sophisticated research projects and expand your writing skills to help advance your career. You can also earn more money with a master's degree. Students who graduate from our program are prepared to go on for the Ph.D. or to venture further into the field of history as an independent historian, beginning museum professional or an advanced secondary educator. As a terminal degree program, all graduate students have the full attention of the department's historians.

PhD in History at University of South Dakota
The History at University of South Dakota is a Full Time PhD program offered at the university's main campus in Vermillion , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 21, 2027.
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Requirements and Admission Criteria for PhD in History at University of South Dakota
Entry Requirements
- Official Proof of English Proficiency
- Official Transcripts
- Optional Professional Credential Evaluation
- Official Admission Test Scores
- Letters of Recommendation
- Statement of Purpose
- Résumé
- Passport
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6
- TOEFLMin 79
Tuition and Fee Information for PhD in History at University of South Dakota
How to Apply for PhD in History at University of South Dakota
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