History Certificate of Graduate Study
Program Overview
The Certificate of Graduate Study (C.O.G.S.) in History offers an opportunity to study history on a graduate level for professional or personal development. The courses will familiarize students with relevant primary and scholarly sources as well as up to date historical interpretations and methodologies in the field.
The History Certificate of Graduate Study program requires the completion of 15 semester hours (five courses). The following courses make up the History Certificate of Graduate Study program.
- 5 Courses / 15 Semester Hours
- Foundation Courses: Yes
- Graduation / Exit / Thesis Requirements: No
Course Number | Title | S.H. (Credits) |
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Required Courses: 9 S.H. | ||
HIST 05511 | Colloquium In American History I | 3 |
HIST 05522 | Colloquium In European History I | 3 |
HIST 05531 | Colloquium In Global History I | 3 |
Elective Courses: 6 S.H. |
Note: The courses listed above are not official and are subject to change. For an official list of available courses please visit the Rowan Global section tally.
The following is a list of items required to begin the application process for the program. There may be additional actions or materials required for admission to the program. Upon receipt of the materials below, a representative from the Rowan Global Admissions Processing Office will contact you with confirmation or will indicate any missing items.
- Completed Application Form
- $65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
- Bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
- Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
- Current professional resume
- Typewritten statement of professional objectives
- Two letters of recommendation
- Minimum undergraduate cumulative GPA of 2.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
- Students without an undergraduate degree in history are required to take HIST 05506, Research and Methods in History, unless they receive an exemption from the graduate advisor based on submitted written work and/or a personal interview. Students are permitted to complete this course within the program.
Deadlines, Tuition & Financial Aid
The chart below details available entry terms for the History Certificate of Graduate Study program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
Entry Term | Application Deadline |
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Fall | July 1 |
Spring | November 1 |
Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
More InfoThe chart below details available entry terms for the History Certificate of Graduate Study program as well as corresponding application deadlines. Submitting the Application Form is only the first step to beginning the admission process. All of the required materials listed above must be received on or before the application completion deadline for your desired entry term to be considered for admission to that term. We encourage you to complete the application form and begin submitting your materials at least one month before the deadline indicated.
Entry Term | Application Deadline |
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Fall | July 1 |
Spring | November 1 |
Summer | April 1 |
At Rowan University, we pride ourselves on being vigilant and frugal about tuition. We work hard to provide quality education while seeking to reduce the barrier that college costs can present students.
RatesWe know paying for tuition can be a challenge. That is why Rowan provides students with the financial resources needed to put their education first by offering grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships.
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