BA in Public History: Fees & Entry Requirements at Western Michigan University, USA

BA in Public History

USA

What will I learn?

If you are interested in interpreting history in non-school settings, such as museums, archives and other public institutions, Western Michigan University's public history major is designed for you. The program includes studies in public history, museum studies, archival management, historic preservation and local history research techniques. As a public history student at WMU, you will have the opportunity to join the Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society. You will also complete an internship and a series of other courses in history and other humanities and social sciences.

Which department am I in?

College of Arts and Sciences

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$18,942.00 (15,98,211) per year
Books/Supplies- 1128

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2026

Venue

Parkview Campus

4601 Campus Drive,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees
$18,942.00 (15,98,211) per year
Books/Supplies- 1128

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

May 2026

Venue

Main Campus

Kalamazoo, MI,

Kalamazoo,

Michigan,

49008, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

A first-year applicant is a student who is applying for admission and who has not attempted or earned any college credit after graduating from high school/secondary school (or earned equivalent).

Minimum English proficiency test scores:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 71 iBT

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: 6.0

Pearson Test of English, Academic Module (PTE): 48

Michigan English Test (MET): 48

Application deadlines:

Fall: June 15; Spring: October 15

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About Western Michigan University

Western Michigan University offers career-focused degree programs which propel students into meaningful careers in their specialty.

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