The study of history is critical to the creation of a just society. Like Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, our University namesakes, the master’s in history program encourages students to put this ethos to work as teachers and experts. At Roosevelt University in downtown Chicago, you can choose between a thesis or non-thesis track. You can also earn a certificate in archives and cultural heritage resources. This 2-year program consists of a mix of in-person and online classes on the Chicago campus. Admissions are open for fall and spring start dates.
Which department am I in?
College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
Study options
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
US$17,910.00
per year
Application deadline
01/11/2026
Start date
January 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Full Time
(2 Years)
Tuition fees
US$17,910.00
per year
Start date
August 2027
Venue
Chicago Campus
430 S. Michigan Ave,,
Chicago,
Illinois,
60605, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
Official or unofficial transcripts from all previously attended colleges and universities in the United States. Approximately 500-word essay addressing one of the following prompts: "What field in history interests you and why or How does history help you understand a problem in the world today