United States History Track
Trace the evolution of America's legacy
Explore key forces and events that shaped the founding and direction of the U.S.
Why take the United States history track?
- Narrow down your region of study – Specialize your interests on the influences of American history, from the development of a nation to trends in modern culture. Get a thorough understanding of the U.S. government, economy and social influences.
- Have a say in how you learn – To earn your master's, you can defend your chosen thesis. Or, you can choose to take six credit hours of history electives in the non-thesis degree option.
- Add to your degree – Want to explore a broader view of history? Explore historical events and patterns on a global scale with a certificate in world history.
Degree options
Want to take the United States history track? Review the program requirements for the exact courses you need to take.
Use a two-year plan as the guide for your overall schedule.
Program requirements
The United States history track within the Master of Arts in History degree is a 30-hour program that includes:
- 12 hours of core courses.
- 12 hours of United State history track courses
- Six hours of research requirements (thesis or seminar).
Students can complete this track online. You may also be able to take up to nine hours of non-history courses, subject to availability and director approval. The history department cannot guarantee online course availability in other departments.
Review admission and program requirements for the history (MA) degree
"I find history so intriguing. i love digging into primary sources and thinking about why people in the past made the choices that they did."
Dr. Sarah Myers, author of "Earning Their Wings: The WASPs of World War II and the
Fight for Veteran Recognition"
History, M.A., Missouri State.
