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History

Tufts University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
Degree MA
Deadline Jan, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Massachusetts, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The History at Tufts University 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. Tuition: USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students
  4. Location: Medford, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the History programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. The Historiography Proseminar
  2. One Graduate Colloquium
  3. At least one Research Seminar
  4. Either an additional Research Seminar or one semester of directed graduate research

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

GRE General Test scores and writing sample required. Exceptions: Not required for current Tufts undergraduates applying for an M.A.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

Tuition fees: USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students; USD 49,892 (Tuition (Year)) — In-State students

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Tufts University 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.