Admissions

Applicants, other than dual-degree candidates, must have a baccalaureate degree, preferably in a history-related field, including political science, geography or economics. Students who have majored in other fields may be asked to take up to four undergraduate courses in history.
 
Applicants must submit:

• the Seton Hall University Graduate Application
• a personal statement
• three letters of recommendation
• Graduate Record Exam (GRE) scores.

The deadline for graduate applications is July 1 for the fall semester. Applications for research/teaching assistantships are due by March 15. Applications are also accepted for the spring semester and are due by November 1.

Prospective students may apply online or download a print application. Please call (973) 761-9430 or e-mail artsci@shu.edu for an application packet.