89%
of faculty hold terminal degrees in their fields.
History MA
Journey further into history.
Learn to research and analyze the past at an advanced level.
Our Master of Arts program develops advanced skills for deeper study or career achievement. Our students choose from a thesis or seminar plan, both of which involve independent research from a variety of theoretical, investigative and pedagogical approaches and the widest possible range of historical writing.
Designed for You
- This program is for teaching professionals who wish to gain continuing education credits and enhance their professional opportunities.
- This program is for students seeking to expand their knowledge and critical skills in specialized fields of historical study.
- This program is for individuals who plan to pursue terminal degrees or law school.
$300M
More than $300 million has been invested in campus upgrades & renovations in the past 5 years.
>70%
of 18JAV students receive financial aid, w/ generous opportunities for scholarships, grants & work-study.
Our History Faculty
Dr. Karl P. Benziger
- Professor
Dr. Erik Christiansen
- Professor
Dr. Sherri Cummings
- Assistant Professor
Dr. Ronald P. Dufour
- Professor
Dr. David F. Espinosa
- Professor
Dr. Gregory Golden
- Associate Professor
Dr. Moonsil L. Kim
- Associate Professor
Dr. April Kiser
- Associate Professor
Dr. Elisa Miller
- Professor
Dr. Leslie Schuster
- Professor
Ensuring That You'll be Ready
Elisa Miller
“Our M.A. in history program prepares students to think, research, analyze and write critically and skillfully about history. This degree will enhance your career, your intellectual acumen and your personal development.”
– Associate Professor and Chair of History
Take the Next Step
Arts and Sciences
The Faculty of Arts and Sciences is a community of scholars that pride themselves on academic excellence, diversity and service.
- emailDeanFAS@ric.edu
- phone401-456-8106
- placeGaige Hall
