Bachelor of History
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
- Knoxville, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A one-year research master's in History completed through an independent supervised thesis.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in History in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in historical analysis
- Primary sources and interpretation. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Museum Assistant
- Heritage Coordinator
- Research Assistant
Curriculum
- Independent research project in History guided by a supervisor
- Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
- And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed or completing secondary school with an official transcript
- Diploma or certificate (certified English translation). UT weights a core GPA on a 4.0 scale from 16 core courses
- No minimum published for international applicants. ACT or SAT is required for Architecture and Design
- Nursing
- Music and Engineering
- Applicants with prior college work apply as transfer students.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 79 (tests before 2026-01-21) or 4 (new scale
- IELTS tests after 2026-01-21)
- Duolingo IELTS 6.5
- PTE Academic Duolingo 110
- Cambridge PTE Academic 53
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Applicable Standardized Test Results
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload academic records and the required supporting admission documents. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $34,478 - $40,526, $37,502 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Knoxville |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Sciences |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Full-time,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Eligible incoming international first-year students can be considered for the International Volunteer Scholarship (3,000 to 18,000 USD yearly) or the Global Ambassador Scholarship (10,000 to 15,000 USD yearly), subject to GPA, test-score and scholarship-specific terms. 2026-27 amounts; future awards may differ. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
5 Jan 2027
53 days left
Scholarships
Eligible incoming international first-year students can be considered for the International Volunteer Scholarship (3,000 to 18,000 USD yearly) or the Global Ambassador Scholarship (10,000 to 15,000 USD yearly), subject to GPA, test-score and scholarship-specific terms. 2026-27 amounts; future awards may differ.
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The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 5 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $34,478 - $40,526, $37,502 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $23,937 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 79 (tests before 2026-01-21) or 4 (new scale, IELTS tests after 2026-01-21), Duolingo IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic Duolingo 110, Cambridge PTE Academic 53, IELTS 6.5.
Eligible incoming international first-year students can be considered for the International Volunteer Scholarship (3,000 to 18,000 USD yearly) or the Global Ambassador Scholarship (10,000 to 15,000 USD yearly), subject to GPA, test-score and scholarship-specific terms. 2026-27 amounts; future awards may differ.