Why might this be Right for You?
There are three main reasons why this option might be right for you. First, professionals who enter the workforce with graduate level experience are often more competitive.
Second, the combined degree might make financial sense. Up to 16 graduate credits will count toward the completion of your undergraduate degree and your graduate degree at no additional cost. This can equal up to half the required credits for your graduate degree.
Finally, the combined degree program can accelerate your receipt of a graduate degree. In most cases a combined degree student can obtain both their undergraduate and graduate diplomas with only one additional year of study.
Are you Eligible to Apply?
If you are a History Major, a first semester Junior with a QPA in History of 3.50 or higher and an overall QPA of at least 3.33, then we welcome your application to this program.
When to Apply?
You should apply in your junior year, as this will maximize the number of graduate credits you can earn.
How do I Apply?
Your first step should be to make an appointment with your academic advisor or the Department’s Coordinator of Graduate Programs to make sure the program is right for you. Once you complete this meeting, you will be given a Plus One Admissions Application. You will need to submit this form along with a personal statement to the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences Admissions Office, 128 Meserve Hall.
Which Graduate Courses can I take?
Because History Department graduate courses are each worth 4 credits, you can complete up to 4 courses while completing your undergraduate degree requirements, for a total of 16 credits. You will be required to enroll in Methodology (HIST 5101) and you can enroll in up to 2 graduate level courses per semester. Once you become a graduate student, you will enroll in graduate courses only.
Who do I contact for more Information?
You can either speak with your undergraduate academic advisor or the Coordinator of Graduate Programs who will be able to go over the admissions process and provide you with a curriculum plan to determine if this program is right for you.