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Bachelor of History
California State University, Bakersfield
- Bakersfield, 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: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): 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
- High school graduation with minimum GPA 2.5 for first-year applicants (transfers 2.4); foreign transcripts need a course-by-course NACES evaluation; English proof by TOEFL iBT 61
- IELTS 5.5
- Duolingo 95
- PTE 43 or SAT EBRW 550
- or a waiver.
Accepted academic background
High school graduation with official transcripts (transfers: all prior colleges; high school too if under 60 units); foreign transcripts evaluated course-by-course by a NACES member (e.g. WES, The Evaluation Company)
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 61
- IELTS 5.5 (5.5 each section)
- Duolingo 95
- PTE Academic 43
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Typically
- a passport copy
- academic transcripts
- graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.
How to apply
- Review admission requirements and available intakes for History. Prepare transcripts and any English language evidence required. Apply through Cal State Apply where this degree uses the CSU application process. Send official records and program-specific materials as requested. Monitor the applicant portal and respond to outstanding admission tasks. Confirm enrollment and visa documentation after admission.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $20,246 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $200 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Bakersfield |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Humanities |
| Department | History |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
6 Jan 2027
53 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
4 Mar 2027
110 days left
Scholarships
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The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 6 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $20,246 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $200 USD. The estimated living cost is $22,069 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 61, IELTS 5.5 (5.5 each section), Duolingo 95, PTE Academic 43, IELTS Academic 5.5.
11039 scholarships are connected to this program.

