The humanities include a wide range of fields in which students may choose to conduct their graduate work. The program is self-designed and students can complete their degrees in their home communities with limited residencies in Arizona. Although small as graduate programs go, our size makes it possible to individualize course work to every student's needs and interests and for students to work closely with faculty members. The program requires the completion of 45 quarter hours of course work, the submission of a MA thesis, and an oral examination on the thesis. Applications may be submitted at any time and will be evaluated when completed.
Students can enter the program in any quarter after notification of acceptance.
The Department of History at UNLV has offered an M.A. degree since 1968, and in 1991 inaugurated a Ph.D. program. Our graduates have gone on to careers in teaching, business, law, administration, professional writing, museum work and government service. Graduate degrees from UNLV have been especially helpful to those pursuing teaching careers in secondary schools and community colleges. The history faculty, which includes nationally and internationally recognized scholars, offers a wide range of topical and geographical courses. At the same time, the faculty is dedicated to providing each student with the individual attention necessary for a rewarding graduate experience.