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Academic Programs

“Any fool can make history, but it takes a genius to write it.” -Oscar Wilde

Academic Programs in the Department of History

The Department of History at the University of Maryland is a large department with numerous undergraduate and graduate programs. Our distinguished faculty’s expertise encompasses many areas of the globe as well as several millennia of human history. History also offers double major and honors options, along with multiple minors. We can help find the right degree experience for you!

Academic Programs

Undergraduate Degrees

History (B.A.)

History Minor

History Honors

Middle East Studies Minor

Learn more about Undergraduate Programs in History, including not only programs but also our robust opportunities beyond the classroom, such as student groups and internships. For specific questions about undergraduate programs, contact HistoryAdvising@umd.edu.

Undergraduate Certificates

East Asian Studies Certificate

Immigration and Migration Studies Transcript Notation

Learn more about Undergraduate Programss in History, including not only programs but also our robust opportunities beyond the classroom, such as student groups and internships. For specific questions about undergraduate programs, contact HistoryAdvising@umd.edu.

Graduate Degrees

Graduate Certificates

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News

Find the latest news and information from the UMD Department of History including student experiences, faculty research and awards, and alumni updates.

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Research

Research in the Department of History at the University of Maryland encompasses a wide range of activities and results.

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Events

View our events calendar to see what's going on in the Department of History.

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