Program Overview
The Public History at La Salle 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 Public 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
- Tuition: USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Public 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
- Introduction to Public History
- Histography - Introduction to Research and Histography
- Readings in American History
- History of Philadelphia
- Visualizing History
- Oral History: Theory and Practice
- Museum Studies
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
In most cases candidates for admission to the M.A. in History with a Concentration in Public History program should meet the following admissions criteria: 18 hours of undergraduate coursework in history or a related discipline with a GPA of at least 3.0. In addition, candidates must present an acceptable score on the Graduate Record Exam General Test (native speakers of a language other than English must submit TOEFL scores). Additional application materials include transcripts of all undergraduate course work, two letters of recommendation, a brief personal statement (250-500 words), and a writing sample (preferably from an undergraduate research paper).
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 760 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact La Salle 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.
About La Salle University
La Salle University
Ozamiz, Philippines
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University Profile- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
