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History Degree Programs
The History department offers undergraduate, graduate and interdisciplinary programs. No matter what you're level, we recommend that you review the information below and arrange a meeting with one of our history advisors to discuss the best course of study for you.
Undergraduate Program
Letter to History Majors
Welcome to the history department at UMKC. We love what we do and will
endeavor to make your path through college—including your training in
history—as rewarding as possible. Before that, however, your first
question is probably, “What can I possibly do with a history major?”
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Program Minor
A minor in history
may be earned with a minimum of 18 credit hours of coursework in the
discipline (at least 12 of which must be at the 300- and 400-level). A
maximum of six of the 18 credit hours may be taken in two of the 100-
and 200-level survey courses.
Program Major
The undergraduate history program at UMKC offers majors the opportunity both to explore a wide range of historical fields and to develop expertise in a particular area of study. Courses are generally divided into three categories: 1) broad surveys, 2) specialized lecture courses, and 3) seminars.
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Concentrations
The history department's fields of concentration reflect an
appreciation for the value of studying the past through multiple lenses.
Students may choose to concentrate their undergraduate history education
in a particular chronological period and region or choose offerings that
fall into coherent topics that lend themselves to transnational analysis
over extended periods of time.
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History Major Portfolio
All history majors at UMKC are required to establish and maintain a portfolio of their undergraduate work.
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Graduate Program
Program Description
This master’s program is designed for students who already have completed a non-terminal baccalaureate degree with a
major in History or a related field. Students may pursue this master’s degree as a terminal degree or may leave open
the option of continuing to a doctorate.
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Letter of Recommendation Form (optional)
Recommendation for Appointment of Adviser Form
Masters Degree Program of Study Form
Request to Change Program of Study Form
Graduate Teaching Assistant Program
& Application
GTAs in the History Department fill a wide variety of roles. We feel GTAs are integral members
of our program. Masters Students may serve as a GTA for no more than two years; Doctoral students for no
more than three years.
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Interdisciplinary Program
Interdisciplinary Ph.D. in History
History is an academic discipline eligible for full participation in UMKC's Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program. Students interested
in this study should review the School of Graduate Studies section for general and discipline-specific admission criteria, academic
regulations, and degree requirements.
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