History Florida Atlantic University

Overview

The History programme at Florida Atlantic University offers a rigorous academic environment designed to cultivate advanced research skills and deep historical understanding. Students engage with diverse perspectives to prepare for careers in academia, government, industry, and the cultural heritage sector.

This Master of Arts degree provides a versatile foundation for those seeking to enter doctoral programmes or professional schools. By focusing on critical analysis and archival research, the curriculum ensures that graduates are well-equipped to interpret complex historical data and contribute to contemporary scholarly discourse.

Why History at Florida Atlantic University?

Students benefit from the university's distinctive research facilities, including the Weiner Spirit of America Collection. This resource is recognised as one of the premier collections of primary sources in the nation, covering American and Atlantic World history from the fifteenth century to the modern era.

The department maintains strong institutional strengths in European, United States, and World History. Learners have the unique opportunity to work closely with expert faculty through Directed Independent Study, allowing for personalised mentorship and specialised exploration of specific historical periods or themes.

Beyond traditional classroom settings, the institution offers a robust internship programme and opportunities in Public History. These initiatives allow students to apply their academic knowledge in practical environments, such as museums and archives, enhancing their professional profiles before graduation.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 19056 per year
• National fee: USD 19056 per year
• Local fee: USD 7752 per year

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around high-level seminars and research projects. Modules may include:

• Historical Experience
• Readings and Research Seminars
• Thesis Research
• Directed Independent Study
• Public History
• French for Research
• Spanish for Research
• German for Research

Students on the thesis track complete 30 credit hours, including original research, while the non-thesis track requires 36 credit hours and a comprehensive final examination. All coursework must be completed at the graduate level to ensure academic rigour.

Careers with History

Graduates from this programme are prepared for a wide array of professional paths across various sectors. Many alumni pursue advanced doctoral work or enter the legal profession after successfully applying to law school with their enhanced analytical skills.

In the public sector, graduates find employment in museum curation, archival management, and public history roles. The programme also qualifies individuals for instructional positions in community colleges and enhances the expertise of secondary school social studies teachers.

The skills gained in research and communication are highly valued in government agencies and private industry. Graduates often transition into roles involving policy analysis, historical consultancy, and administrative leadership within diverse organisational structures.