Overview

Students of History programme of Muskingum University can explore a wide variety of topics, including the American Civil War, Latin American Revolutions, the Holocaust, World War II, and youth culture in modern America. Through coursework, students hone analytical skills and approaches to problem solving that will be useful in future careers.

Highlights:

Opportunities to participate in study away tours, including an 11-day Civil War battlefield tour offered biennially
Summer internship opportunities at museums and public history sites in Ohio and around the country
Research, writing, and communication skills that are invaluable in a range of history-specific and non-history related careers
Research projects under the guidance of Muskingum faculty in collaboration with local and national institutions including the United States Holocaust Museum
Cohort experience gained by working to develop critical writing and research skills in our research methods course

Outcomes

The students have used their history major as a foundation for careers in government, politics, journalism, education, non-profit organizations, and law. We have a high placement rate for recent graduates interested in AYA/Social Studies teaching jobs, and many graduates have gone on to successful careers as museum and public history professionals.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

United States History to 1877
United States History since 1877
Pre-Modern World History
The Emergence of the Modern World
US Women's History
The American Civil War
The Holocaust
The First World War

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

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Rolling admission for national students.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cambridge, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Submit your application for admission

High School transcript (can be uploaded after submission of online application)

Personal Statement (optional)

Letters of Recommendation (optional)

International students :

An essay, at least 500 words in length, describing yourself and explaining why you would like to study at Muskingum University
Certified bank letter showing sufficient funds for the first year. Letter should be on bank stationery and give the current balance in the account of the sponsor.
2 or more letters of recommendation written by teachers or your principal/headmaster/headmistress.
Official results of the SAT test or an approved test of English as a foreign language
Completed International Application Form, with signatures.
Official academic records of all secondary and post-secondary work taken, including examination results , including school leaving tests and certificates.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

32464 USD / year

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Out-of-State

32464 USD / year

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In-State

32464 USD / year

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