This program is not currently enrolling new students.
The Master of Arts in history is one of the oldest master’s degree programs offered by Winthrop University. This program prepares students for careers in such fields as teaching, law, library
and archival work and journalism, as well as in areas less directly related to the
study of history including fields in business and industry.
The history faculty at Winthrop University is comprised of scholarly, talented, energetic,
and friendly individuals who are devoted to student learning and promoting the study
of history.
Graduate Program Director:
Dr. Eddie Lee
leee@winthrop.edu
803/323-4844
Graduate Assistantships
Students have the opportunity to work part-time in the Department of History and other departments on campus as graduate assistants and associates.
Learning Outcomes
Study evolving social movements, societal issues from local to global, and the interdependence of the family of nations expressed in foreign policy development and implementation.
Archives on Campus
Students have easy access to Winthrop's Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections, which collects and preserves records relating to the history of Winthrop University and South Carolina.
"The Master of Arts in history program at Winthrop University allowed me to utilize a wide range of classes. It helped me further my knowledge of historical perspective. This program has provided a chance to work with professors that have allowed me to further my career prospects and hopefully gain employment in the community college field once my degree is completed."
M.A. in History graduates go on to careers in a wide variety of history-related fields or continue to further their education and earn doctorates in history. Here are some directions our students have gone in:
Careers:
Our graduates have worked for museums, archives, and repositories such as: