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Master of Arts in History
30 credits
Purpose of degree
To develop the analytical, literary, and verbal skills of students and to familiarize them with historical literature. Thesis students will learn to conduct original research and they will learn to organize large amounts of information into presentable form.
Outcome expectations of students and degree completion
Students will attain a better understanding of history. They will become familiar with historical methodology and literature. They will improve their verbal and written communication skills.
Most of our M.A. graduates teach in the high schools; some have obtained Ph.D.s and teach on the college level; others work for historical societies, museums, publishing houses, and the National Park Service.
Mission statement of the department
The mission of the department is to provide a program that is grounded in teaching excellence. Although department faculty are involved in research and publishing, the History Department faculty see teaching and student advising as their primary mission. The department is also committed to an involvement in the life of the Pocono region and in global studies. Internships and study abroad programs allow students the opportunity to engage not only in the immediate Pocono community but also in the broader global community.
Special resources of the department
Internships - Interested students may arrange an internship for academic credit with the National Park Service at Gettysburg National Military Park, Morristown National Historical Park, Valley Forge National Historical Park, and DelawareWater Gap National Park. Internships are also available at local historical societies.
Program of Study
Undergraduate prerequisites required:
A bachelor's degree in history is preferable. Students with fewer than 15 credits in history can be admitted on a conditional basis.
Typical time to finish:
Full-time students can finish in a calendar year.
Plan of Study
Required classes:
HIST 570 Introduction to Research 3 credit hours (Offered only in the fall semester)
HIST 571 Thesis I 3 credit hours
HIST 572 Thesis II 3 credit hours
Electives
15-21 semester hours in history. Students must elect a minimum of nine semester hours in either Group A - United States History, or Group B - European History, and a minimum of three semester hours in each of the two remaining groups, including Group C - Area Studies. Related Areas (other social sciences) are optional: 0-6 semester hours.
Final graduation requirements
Comprehensive examination, thesis, thesis defense.
Master of Education in History
30 credits - Thesis program
34 credits - Non-Thesis program
Program of Study
Undergraduate prerequisites required:
A bachelor's degree in history is preferable. Students with fewer than 15 credits in history can be admitted on a conditional basis.
Typical time to finish:
Full-time students can finish in a calendar year.
Plan of Study
Required classes: Thesis Program
HIST 570 Introduction to Research 3 credit hours
HIST 572 Thesis I 3 credit hours
Electives:
History 12-18 credits
Related electives 0-6 credits
General Education and Professional Education Courses 6 credits
Required classes: Non-Thesis Program
HIST 570 Introduction to Research 3 credit hours
HIST 571 Independent Research Problem 1 credit hour
Electives: Non-Thesis Program
History 18-21 credits
Related electives in other social sciences: 3-6 credits
General Education and Professional Education Courses 6 credits
Final graduation requirements
Thesis Program:
Comprehensive examination, thesis, thesis defense
Non-Thesis Program:
Comprehensive examination, completion of Research Problem
Graduate Assistantships:
Graduate assistantships are available through the department. These are awarded based upon merit and achievement to full-time students in the graduate program. Graduate assistants do not teach classes, but complete projects and tasks assigned by professors. The graduate assistantship is awarded for the first year of full-time study, with the possibility of extension through the first summer. Prospective students should apply for a graduate assistantship at the time of original application to the program, using the application form provided by the Graduate School or apply on-line. For more information, contact Professor Lawrence Squeri at 570-422-3284 or by e-mail at lsqueri@po-box.esu.edu.
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