In Short
Whether your interest is in education, law, policy, public history, or media, the 4+1 History curriculum lets students earn two degrees in 5 years. Students delve deeply into analysis and interpretation while gaining the advanced skills that employers and graduate schools value.
- Take graduate courses that count toward both degrees beginning in your third year of college
- Develop the analytical, research and writing skills that prepare you for multiple careers
- Be part of a community of graduate students that include working professionals who leverage historical knowledge in career-building
Overview
Fitchburg State’s 4+1 History option is designed for motivated students who want to combine their BA or BS in History with a Master of Arts in History. Students begin graduate-level coursework in the fall of their junior year, taking graduate courses instead of undergraduate courses. The number of required credits remain the same and students move seamlessly into the MA program upon completion of the bachelor’s degree. Students remain within the same department and working closely with the history faculty throughout their time.
Integration with teacher licensure
For students pursuing initial licensure in History (5–12), the 4+1 option is structured to align with Fitchburg State’s established secondary education pathways. Candidates strengthen both their content knowledge and pedagogical preparation, positioning themselves to enter the classroom with advanced expertise in their discipline.
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A flexible, online, affordable MA in History
The History MA is offered fully online, providing flexibility for students balancing academic, professional, and personal commitments. Fitchburg State has been recognized nationally for the affordability of its online History master’s program. It offers flexible options, including both thesis and non-thesis options.
Experiential Opportunities
Extracurricular Learning
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