Overview

The History programme at Villanova University provides students with a sophisticated laboratory for understanding the story of human experience through the lens of the past. By exploring the spiritual, material, and intellectual diversity of humankind, students learn to interpret the complex cultures and institutions created by our ancestors. This academic journey encourages individuals to use a wide range of sources to uncover stories that have often been overlooked by previous generations.

Why History at Villanova University?

The university provides a solid foundation for students to study the past as a means of understanding the present and imagining the future. Engaging faculty members act as dedicated mentors, bringing a wide range of career experience from both the private and public sectors into the classroom. Students benefit from unique facilities like the Albert Lepage Center for History in the Public Interest, which applies historical scholarship to contemporary global issues.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 69846 per year
National fee: USD 69846 per year
Local fee: USD 69846 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

Human Experience
Historical Research
Social and Political Developments
Public History
Global Issues
Historical Perspective

Careers with History

Graduates develop highly transferable skills in research, writing, analysis, and managerial organisation that are in high demand across multiple sectors. Many alumni pursue successful careers in government agencies, public interest groups, financial institutions, and law firms. The programme prepares students for diverse roles such as correspondents, columnists, legal professionals, and corporate managers.

Recent graduates have secured positions with prestigious organisations, including the Federal Emergency Management Agency and AmeriCorps VISTA. The degree also serves as a robust foundation for advanced study, with many students progressing to master's programmes in International Relations, Security Studies, or Marketing, as well as pursuing Juris Doctor degrees at leading law schools.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The United States to 1877
The United States Since 1877
Themes in Modern World History
Topics in Religion & Society
Topics Empire and Imperialism
Top in Ancient Civilizations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Philadelphia, 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.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission with Essays
$80 application fee
Secondary School Report and Transcript(s): All documents submitted must be official and in the original language. Documents not in English must be accompanied by an official translation in order to be reviewed.
English Language Proficiency
Financial Documentation

Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

69846 USD / year

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Out-of-State

69846 USD / year

≈ 69846 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

69846 USD / year

≈ 69846 USD / year

Living costs

Philadelphia

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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