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MA/MS in History

Florida State University

Tallahassee, Florida, United States•QS 2027 #546 =

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Florida State University offers MA/MS in History, a master's degree in History programme in Tallahassee, United States. The programme is delivered on campus. It carries 33.0 credits (semester hours).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree, Doctorate

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: History
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 33.0 (semester hours)

We have no tuition fees or an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: history.fsu.edu ·

Program details

Overview

History graduate students at Florida State can pursue a master's degree with a major in either History or Public History. Both build advanced skill in historical method, which means studying the past and reaching sound, evidence-based conclusions, while leaving room to develop expertise in chosen topics. The History major may be finished with or without a thesis. The Public History major adds specialized coursework aimed at careers in preservation, museums, archives, and the management of resources and records. Either path requires at least thirty-three semester credits of graduate study, and no fewer than twenty-four of those must carry a letter grade. Graduates generally go on to doctoral work or enter work in education, law, sales and management. The department is part of a Carnegie research institution.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Minimum 33 semester hours of graduate work, at least 24 on a letter-grade basis; thesis optional for the History major.

About Florida State University

“Vires, artes, mores”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1851
Students: 46,184
QS rank: #546 =
Programs: 263
Location: Tallahassee, Florida, United States

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in History award?

Florida State University awards a Master's Degree in the field of History on completion of this programme.

Can MA/MS in History be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Florida State University.

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