Master of Arts – History

The EWU online Master of Arts – History can give you a deeper understanding of the past to help shape the events of tomorrow. This unique, 100 percent online MA – History program is the only one of its kind in the Pacific Northwest.By earning your online master’s degree in history, you can prepare for a wide range of roles, including archivist, curator, history writer, genealogist, political scientist, historian or history teacher. Opportunities for those with an EWU master's degree in history may arise in museums; research centers; libraries; preservationist societies; government institutions; the legal industry; historical societies; and government agencies such as park service, forest service and bureau of land management.Our rigorous curriculum provides an excellent foundation for qualification to teach dual-enrollment classes. A capstone course in this online MA – History degree program offers the opportunity to create a valuable work portfolio that can be used to help you if you are changing careers or seeking to advance in your career. As a student, you will have access to career services at EWU designed to provide resources for those looking to transition in industry or profession. You will also have a direct line to a robust library system to assist you in research that incorporates consortium lending libraries and substantive digital archives.