M.A. History - Legacy Model
Four-Year Degree Pathway Example
Four-year plans may vary based on course availability and individual goals. Students should consult their advisor about degree requirements and reference the Course Catalog.
First Year
Fall Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| Hist 501: Readings in United States History, Beginnings to 1815 | 3 |
| HISt 506: Readings in the European Age of Revolution, 1789-1914 | 3 |
| HIST 520: Historical Methods | 3 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 9 |
Spring Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| HIST 502: Readings in United States History, 1815-1919 | 3 |
| HIST 507: Readings in Modern Europe, 1914 to the Present | 3 |
| HIST 5XX or HIST 6XXX: Topics or Seminar in United States, European or Regional History | 3 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 9 |
Second Year
Fall Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| HIST 503: Readings in United States History, 1919 to the Present | 3 |
| HIST 505: Readings in Early Modern Europe, 1500 - 1789 | 3 |
| HIST 6XX: Seminar in United States, European or Regional History | 3 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 9 |
Spring Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| HIST 5XX: Topics in United Sates, European or Regional History | 3 |
| HIST5XX or HIST 6XX: Topics or Seminar in United States, European or Regional History | 3 |
| HIST 699 or HIST 6XX: Thesis or Seminar in United States European or Regional History | 3 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 9 |
Third Year
Fall Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| n/a | 0 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 0 |
Spring Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| n/a | 0 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 0 |
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| n/a | 0 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 0 |
Spring Semester
| Recommended Course Selections | Credits |
|---|---|
| n/a | 0 |
| Total Credits for Semester | 0 |
Notes:
- Three 600-level surveys must be completed (HIST 699- MA thesis can count as one of them)
- 5XX represents HIST 510, HIST 511, or HIST 512
- 6XX represents HIST 610, HIST 611, or HIST 612