Online Master of Arts – History
Invest in your future with a quality online Master of Arts – History and gain greater access to a variety of career options.
Program Overview
Why our 100 percent online Master of Arts – History is right for you
The EWU online Master of Arts – History can give you a deeper understanding of the past to help shape the events of tomorrow. This unique, 100 percent online MA – History program is the only one of its kind in the Pacific Northwest.
By earning your online master’s degree in history, you can prepare for a wide range of roles, including archivist, curator, history writer, genealogist, political scientist, historian or history teacher. Opportunities for those with an EWU master's degree in history may arise in museums; research centers; libraries; preservationist societies; government institutions; the legal industry; historical societies; and government agencies such as park service, forest service and bureau of land management.
Our rigorous curriculum provides an excellent foundation for qualification to teach dual-enrollment classes. A capstone course in this online MA – History degree program offers the opportunity to create a valuable work portfolio that can be used to help you if you are changing careers or seeking to advance in your career. As a student, you will have access to career services at EWU designed to provide resources for those looking to transition in industry or profession. You will also have a direct line to a robust library system to assist you in research that incorporates consortium lending libraries and substantive digital archives.
The Eastern Washington University School of Business is accredited by AACSB International (AACSB).
In this online MA in History program, you will learn to:
- demonstrate knowledge mastery of the key events/conversations within defined historical fields;
- frame discussions and analyze a variety of views and perspectives of historical events;
- refine historical research skills by effectively using databases, libraries and historical collections.
- demonstrate knowledge mastery of the key events/conversations within defined historical fields;
- frame discussions and analyze a variety of views and perspectives of historical events;
- refine historical research skills by effectively using databases, libraries and historical collections.
Potential careers for history graduates include:
- Curator
- K-12 History Teacher
- Librarian
- Archivist
- Curator
- K-12 History Teacher
- Librarian
- Archivist
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Eastern Washington University is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).
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Tuition
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The online master’s in history offers the same affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition to students residing in and out of the state of Washington.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per 5-Credit Hour Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MA – History | $325 | $1,625 | $14,625* |
Application Fee: $75
*Tuition and fees subject to change. Total program cost does not include foundation courses. If foundation courses are required, the cost will be added to the total program cost.
**We encourage you to apply if your GPA is lower than a 3.0 and you have at least three years of professional work experience. Applicants with GPAs below 3.0 are considered for admission on a case-by-case basis. Please contact an Enrollment Services representative at 800-826-3411 for more information.
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Calendar
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The EWU online Master of Arts – History is designed to be efficient for working professionals, featuring six-week courses and seven start dates a year. View the full calendar to find the best start date for you, along with deadlines for registration, required documents, and tuition payment.
Now enrolling:
| Term | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall II | 11/4/24 | 10/21/24 | 10/30/24 | 11/2/24 |
| Winter I | 12/30/24 | 12/16/24 | 12/24/24 | 12/28/24 |
| Winter II | 2/10/25 | 1/27/25 | 2/5/25 | 2/8/25 |
| Spring I | 3/31/25 | 3/17/25 | 3/26/25 | 3/29/25 |
| Spring II | 5/12/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/7/25 | 5/10/25 |
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Admissions
Determine what documents you need to get started on EWU’s online master’s in history
The admission process for the master’s in history online is simple and streamlined. You can get started right away, without taking time away from your professional or personal commitments.
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree
- Cumulative 3.0 GPA
- Official transcript from degree-granting university
Online MA – History Admission Requirements
- Anyone with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is welcome to apply
- Applicants with degrees in history, political science, English, anthropology, sociology, philosophy, social studies or secondary education with a GPA of at least 3.0 are admitted automatically
- Applicants with a bachelor’s degree in other disciplines or with a GPA less than 3.0 must submit a short statement of purpose describing how they are prepared for the rigors of a graduate degree in history
- Official transcript from the college/university where degree was earned
- Professional resume
Document Submission Information
Order your official, electronic transcripts from the degree-granting institution where you earned your highest degree (bachelor’s or master’s) and have them sent to Eastern Washington University.
- Most EWU graduate programs only require one transcript. Please submit a transcript from your degree-granting institution. This transcript should include the final two years of your degree completion. If it does not, please submit transcripts to cover your final two years of earned credits.
- Please note that transcripts ordered by main may take 4-6 weeks to arrive.
If you are ordering a mailed paper transcript, please have it sent to:
Eastern Washington University
Showalter Hall 206
Cheney, WA 99004
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Courses
Take a deeper dive into the courses for your online MA in History
In order to earn the Master of Arts in History online, you must complete nine courses (45 credit hours).
