History BA

As a student in the History BA program at UMass Boston, you will develop deep knowledge of the past, preparing you for a range of career opportunities and graduate studies. Through rigorous coursework, engaging faculty, and numerous opportunities for experiential learning – including internships – you will gain a comprehensive understanding of the forces and events that have shaped human society and culture over time.

Applicants must submit an official high school record, leaving certificate, and/or graduation examination results or their notarized copies. All documents in foreign languages must be translated into English by a certified translator, and records must be sent directly from the institution to be considered official. For additional country-specific document requirements, applicants should refer to the “International Transcripts Requirements” section below. Applicants must also provide an academic recommendation letter from a school-based counselor and/or teacher, a 500-word essay, and test scores.