BA+MA in History
The 4+1 program is designed for outstanding Binghamton University history students who wish to combine a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a Master of Arts in History.
Why take this approach?
-
Combine a Bachelor of Arts with a Master of Arts in history.
-
Reduce the time to complete both degrees from 6 to 5 years.
-
Take graduate-level courses that satisfy graduate and undergraduate degree requirements.
More than just a degree
Our students develop skills that prepare them for occupations that require research, analysis, organization, and reporting. Specific skills include planning and prioritizing work, making persuasive arguments that influence others, processing information, decision making and problem solving, and verbally communicating ideas. Please see MA/PhD program page for further details about the MA degree.
How to Apply:
- Read the FAQ's to make sure you are eligible and prepared.FAQ'S
- Schedule a meeting with the 4+1 advisor.
- Log in to BU Brain. Go to the bottom of the “home tab.” Click the “accelerated graduate degree application for admission” option and complete the steps indicated by 1 March.
Note: students accepted into the program will initially be admitted by the History Department. In the spring of your senior year, you will submit a second, official application to the Graduate School at Binghamton University. The deadline for this Graduate School application is also 15 April.
-
Typical progress by Semester
Semester 1
16 credit hours
-
Gen Ed/WRIT 111
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
HIST 1XX or HIST 2XX
Semester 2
16 credit hours
-
HIST 2XX
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Undergrad elective
Semester 3
16 credit hours
-
HIST 257
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
Semester 4
16 credit hours
-
HIST 2XX
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
-
Gen Ed/Harpur Req
Semester 5
16 credit hours
-
HIST 3XX
-
HIST 3XX
-
Undergrad elective
-
Undergrad elective
Semester 6
16 credit hours
-
HIST 3XX
-
HIST 4XX
-
Undergrad elective
-
Undergrad elective
Declare intent to apply by March 1.
Semester 7
14 credit hours
-
HIST 3XX
-
HIST 592 (Historiography)
-
Undergrad elective
-
Undergrad elective
Semester 8
16 credit hours
-
HIST 3XX
-
HIST 5XX
-
Undergrad elective
-
Undergrad elective
Apply to MA program by April 15
Must graduate from BA program.
Semester 9
12 credit hours
-
HIST 5XX
-
HIST 5XX
-
HIST 600 (Research Seminar)
Semester 10
12 credit hours
-
HIST 5XX
-
HIST 5XX
-
HIST 5XX
-
MA Exam (May)
TOTAL CREDITS: 150
-
BA+MPA in History
The 4+1 program is designed for outstanding Binghamton University history students who wish to combine a Bachelor of Arts degree in History with a Master of Public Administration (MPA).
Why take this approach?
- Combine a Bachelor of Arts with a Master of Public Administration.
- Reduce the time to complete both degrees from 6 to 5 years.
- Take graduate-level courses that satisfy graduate and undergraduate degree requirements.
More than just a degree
Accredited by the Network of Schools of Public Policy, Affairs, and Administration (NASPAA), Binghamton University's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program works in collaboration with community-based organizations to prepare students to be tomorrow's leaders, innovators, and public and non-profit service managers. Graduates are equipped with practical, real-world experiences and the theoretical framework needed to tackle today's toughest societal issues.
An MPA is a marketable professional degree that prepares students for management careers in public and nonprofit organizations. It is ideal for students who are committed to public service, would like to be leaders in public and nonprofit organizations, and want to make a positive difference in the world.
Please see the MPA Website for further details about the MPA degree or contact Brianna King Richetti (bking@binghamton.edu).
Questions?
