Master's Program

Villanova University is one of relatively few academic institutions in the country that offer only a Master's Degree in history, rather than both the Master of Arts and doctorate. Our program is designed to serve the diverse academic interests, needs and goals of our students. The Villanova faculty endeavors both to encourage our students’ love of history and to help them strengthen their analytical and interpretive skills to meet a broad range of career or personal goals. Ten courses are required to complete the Master's program; there is no thesis requirement, but opportunities to undertake original research projects are offered as part of regular courses.

The Post-M.A. Certificate Program

Villanova University offers an advanced Post-Master’s Certificate for those who wish to continue taking graduate courses in history after earning a Master's degree in history or a related discipline. The program is open to all, but is especially well suited to the needs of secondary and middle school teachers. Five courses of the student's choice are required to earn a certificate.