Program Overview
The History at University of New Orleans is a MA programme in Humanities, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New Orleans, 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
Course Structure
- Concentration in Public History: New Orleans Track
- Concentration in Public History: Military Track
- Concentration in International and Global Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 2 Letters of Recommendation\xc2\xa0
- Statement of Purpose\xc2\xa0
- Writing Sample
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or a 4-year degree equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning abroad.
- Applicants enrolled in the final year of a bachelor\'s degree or international equivalent will be considered for conditional admission.
- 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4-point scale for all graduate coursework
- GRE and GMAT are not required for applicants to the M.F.A. program in Fine Arts, the M.M. program in Music, the M.A. program in History and the M.S. program in Chemistry. GRE or GMAT may be waived for students entering Master\xc2\x92s programs and who already possess a graduate degree\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 5,902 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 3,617 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of New Orleans 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 University of New Orleans
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Feb, 2027
- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
