Overview

We strongly emphasize research training while also facilitating a range of opportunities for skill-building, not only through our coursework but also through a funded internship program, teaching experiences and training, and workshops.

Features

History students are able to take advantage of Carnegie Mellon University and its diverse strengths in the sciences, public policy, technology, and the arts.

They are also able to take advantage of a tuition exchange program, which enables them to enroll in other local universities; and more broadly, take advantage of the archival, cultural, and historical resources of Pittsburgh.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

The curriculum itself is designed to foster a broad base of historical expertise, with thematic courses offered in Race, Nation, and Empire; Environment and Technology; Social and Revolutionary Movements; Labor and Work.

These areas, which cut across national and temporal boundaries, form a common basis for graduate courses.

Students also take intensive seminars on research and historical methods, which include funded archival research trips, in the first two years.

Because the program is small, we also build in four electives to ensure students have a chance to take courses more tailored to their specific interests.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pittsburgh, United States

Disciplines

History View 154 other PhDs in History in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The Admissions Committee places particular emphasis on this part of your application. We prefer writing samples that demonstrate your ability to analyze and write from primary sources.

Statement of Purpose

Three letters of recommendation are required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

53000 USD / year

≈ 53000 USD / year
Out-of-State

53000 USD / year

≈ 53000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

53000 USD / year

≈ 53000 USD / year

Living costs

Pittsburgh

United States

1148 - 1944 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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