Please be aware that the admission process is two pronged:
You must contact the History Department to receive the packet of application information, including the booklet, "GUIDE TO THE MASTERS DEGREE IN HISTORY." Requirements include 2 letters of recommendation, 3.0 GPA, 250 word letter of application, brief resume, and 5 page sample of written work, which are to be sent directly to the Graduate Adviser.
Contact the graduate secretary, Sharon Foiles, at (309) 438-5685 or through her email or by mail at 4420 History, Illinois State University, Normal, IL 61790-4420.
You must also apply to the Graduate School through the Office of Admissions. The admission application will request grade transcripts, which are to be sent to the Admissions Office. To apply, follow the steps for the on-line application available at the Office of Admissions site.
Other important information is in the Graduate Catalog . The following pages contain further information on Advisement and Registration, Transfer Credit, Graduate Assistantships, Tuition Waivers, Awards and Scholarships, Loans and Grants, Library resources, and opportunities for graduates.
Contact the Graduate Adviser, Dr. Clifton Jones, if you have further questions: (309) 438-5920 or email.
