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    Utrecht, NLRMAIn-person2 years
    €42,684.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    22%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    120
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    History at Utrecht University is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person RMA program based in Utrecht, NL. Tuition is €42,684.

    About the program

    The programme provides research-based training in modern and contemporary history, covering political history, cultural history, history of international relations and conflict studies, and economic and social history. It includes compulsory courses, electives, research seminars, internship, and a Master's thesis.

    Focus: research
    103 (QS World University Rankings) | 3 (QS World University Rankings)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Apr 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 93 overall (minimum 20 in each section for old scores, or 4.5 in new scores)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in Speaking, Listening, Reading, and Writing)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months (Orientation Year)

    €14,400.00
    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 History at Utrecht University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for History at Utrecht University is €42,684 across 120 required credits.
    Is History at Utrecht University online or in-person?
    History at Utrecht University is offered in-person.
    How long does History at Utrecht University take to complete?
    History at Utrecht University is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for History at Utrecht University?
    Per the program's published guidance: 7.5 (NL) or international equivalent, e.g., A- or above (US) or 2.1 or above (UK) for BA thesis
    How competitive is History at Utrecht University?
    History at Utrecht University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 22%.