Program Availability
The online History Graduate Certificate is open to U.S. and international applicants who satisfy admission requirements.
Generally, if students have access to Internet service, they can be admitted to and complete this online program. However, international students must be living abroad—or must hold a visa status that allows them to study online while living in the U.S.—to be admitted. Demonstration of English Language Proficiency is also required.
Students residing in countries where government restrictions or firewalls restrict Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) access or functionality cannot participate in this program.
Why Earn a History Graduate Certificate at Indiana State?
Our online History Graduate Certificate offers targeted, graduate-level coursework tailored to the needs of working educators. Whether you’re preparing to teach dual credit or expanding your expertise, this flexible program fits your goals.
Benefit from a Program Designed for Working Professionals
The online History Graduate Certificate is an 18-credit program designed for flexibility. With fully online courses, you can pursue graduate-level study while continuing to work or teach full-time. Most students complete the certificate in one to two years.
This program is especially well-suited for high school teachers who:
- Require graduate credits in history to qualify for dual-credit teaching
- Wish to deepen content knowledge for professional development
- May later pursue Indiana State’s online MA in History
Learn from Our Excellent Faculty
Courses are taught by faculty in the Department of History—experienced scholars with specialties in U.S., world, and regional history. You will benefit from small class sizes, active mentorship, and faculty who understand the needs of working teachers.
What You’ll Learn in the History Graduate Certificate Program
Through this graduate certificate, you will gain experience in:
- Historical research methods and historiography
- Focused study of U.S., European, and/or world history topics
- Advanced writing and analysis for interpreting historical texts and evidence
This certificate builds the knowledge and tools you need to teach, interpret, and apply history at the college and advanced high school levels.
Career Possibilities for Credentialed Historians
This online graduate certificate in History supports educators and professionals who wish to:
- Teach dual-credit history courses in high school settings
- Enhance their qualifications for teaching AP or honors-level courses
- Pursue community college or adjunct teaching roles
- Strengthen preparation for further graduate study
Demand for qualified dual credit instructors continues to grow across the U.S. This certificate helps meet that need with rigorous, accessible coursework.
Admission Requirements and Application Instructions
The Office of Admissions reviews applications year-round for graduate certificate programs. Once enrolled, you may begin courses in the next available term (fall, spring, or summer).
Returning Indiana State University students must apply for re-admission if they have not attended the University in more than two calendar years.
Applicant must hold a baccalaureate degree in history or a minor in history granted by a regionally accredited institution (for international students, a degree granted by a recognized institution).
Applicant must have received a GPA of 3.0 or higher in all undergraduate work.
Applicant must submit the following documents when applying for admission:
- Two letters of recommendation, preferably from those with experience in history.
- A personal statement addressing the applicant’s experience with history and/or a closely related field, areas of historical interest, and reasons for applying to the graduate certificate program.
- A writing sample, preferably a research paper that demonstrates ability in historical research and analysis.
Proof of English language proficiency must be submitted from TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo directly to Indiana State University.
The GRE is not required for admission.
Application Instructions
Apply Online
Complete your application through the GradCAS centralized application system at apply.indstate.edu/portal/apply. Follow the Graduate Studies link, then click College of Arts and Sciences to begin your application.
Instructions for completing the application, including application fees, transcript submissions, and other details, will be provided in the GradCAS application portal.
Next Steps
Once admitted, you will receive a University ID number and instructions to activate your MyISU Portal account, which provides access to registration, records, email, and important university services.
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