The purpose of this manual is to help students seeking a master's degree in History to understand the process and procedures which are used by the Department of History in its graduate program. However, this manual does not supersede the University Catalog and students should familiarize themselves with the section on Graduate Education in that publication. Also, this manual is not a substitute for graduate students consulting regularly with the Department's Graduate Coordinator. Students should meet with the Coordinator at least once each semester and more frequently if questions arise. Nature of Graduate Education Graduate education is advanced study in a specific program which goes substantially beyond upper-division undergraduate coursework.
Graduate study requires greater independence on the part of students.
It is intended to develop in-depth knowledge and introduce students to research techniques so that they can later make significant and independent contributions to their fields of study. Requirements for Admission into the History M.A. Program 1. An acceptable baccalaureate in History from an accredited institution or an acceptable baccalaureate in another discipline and a program in remedial work in History which has the prior approval of the Graduate Coordinator. A sample of the applicant's academic writing, e.g., a term paper, essay, etc. Two letters of recommendation.