Program Overview
The History at Suny Cortland is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the History programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 16,320 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Cortland, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
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For teachers and translators of history: The program is ideal for social studies teachers seeking a master’s or anyone who works in educational roles in museums, archives or other settings.
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Unique in approach: Relevant class topics include a required course devoted to the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), which dives deep into how people learn history.
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Strong faculty mentors: History Department faculty members are passionate about what they do: exploring new ideas, leading discussions and building professional relationships with students.
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Flexible and manageable: The 31-credit program is offered fully online with synchronous meetings at convenient times.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Note: candidates for admission must present evidence of bachelor\'s degree conferral prior to the start of their academic program.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 16,320 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 16,320 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 6,470 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Suny Cortland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About SUNY Cortland
SUNY Cortland
Cortland, United States
SUNY Cortland is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The university...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months