History - PhD

Graduate Program Application Information

Graduate Program - History

History Website

NOTE - BEFORE APPLYING, IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED APPLICANTS REVIEW THE "Admission Section" OF THIS SITE FOR SPECIFIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS.

Degree/Major - PhD/History

Admission Semester(s) and Application Deadline(s):

• Fall - Complete application packet received by February 1

Deadline(s) if also Applying for Assistantship:

• Complete application packet must be received by February 1

Test Requirements:

• GRE scores with a test date that is within the past five years OR verifiable GRE scores if the test date is over five years old
• The TOEFL, IELTS or MELAB are also required of international applicants and can substitute for the GRE
• All official test scores must be sent to the UM Graduate School

The following "Additional Application Materials" must be mailed directly to the department (address below):

• Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
• Three (3) letters of recommendation
• A Statement of Purpose (100-300 words) describing your background, research interests, professional goals, and reasons for choosing the Department of History at the University of Montana
• A writing sample (preferably a substantial piece of historical writing based on original research)

Graduate Admissions Coordinator
History Department
The University of Montana
Liberal Arts Building, Room 256
32 Campus Drive #6264
Missoula, MT 59812-6264