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    Master of Arts in History

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    Seattle, USMAIn-person2 years
    $65,811.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    7%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    6
    Cohort
    students

    Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is a 2-year, in-person MA program based in Seattle, US. Tuition is $65,811.

    About the program

    The program introduces students to the historical profession through coursework, review procedures, and selection of two fields from a single division or across divisions. Students complete a research seminar paper and are prepared for promotion to the PhD program.

    Focus: research
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    TOEFL
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    Min Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.
    IELTS
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    Min Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $27,758.00
    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 History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is $65,811.
    Is Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus online or in-person?
    Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus take to complete?
    Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus is structured around 2 years.
    How competitive is Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus?
    Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus reports an acceptance rate of approximately 7%.
    How large is the Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus cohort?
    Master of Arts in History at University of Washington-Seattle Campus typically enrolls around 6 students per cohort.