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    Master of Arts in Public History

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    Raleigh, USMAIn-person2 years
    $68,064.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    36
    Credits
    $95.00
    App fee

    Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University is a 36-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Raleigh, US. Tuition is $68,064.

    About the program

    The program covers historical studies and public history practices including special collections management, paper conservation, records management, documentary editing, material culture, and museum studies. Students complete a practicum or internship in areas such as records management, historic sites administration, museums, preservation, or publications, with options for thesis or non-thesis tracks and specializations like museum studies, heritage studies, and digital history.

    Focus: both

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Mar 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores no older than two years that meet the Graduate School’s minimum score
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL or IELTS scores no older than two years that meet the Graduate School’s minimum score

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $21,380.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University is $68,064 across 36 required credits.
    Is Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University take to complete?
    Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    How large is the Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University cohort?
    Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Arts in Public History at North Carolina State University: 12 months OPT (US)