Doctor of Philosophy in History - Early Modern Studies

The Early Modern Studies concentration undertakes interdisciplinary examination of history, literature, religion, and philosophy within the transitional period that stretched between medieval and modern societies, marked especially by the advent of print, Christian confessional war, and the rise of the modern state. The Early Modern Studies concentration focuses on the study of what is variously called Early Modern, Renaissance, Reformation, and/or Tudor-Stuart Britain (and, in some studies, especially theology, Europe as well). This concentration is open to students in all programs in english, history, religion, and cultural studies at Claremont Graduate University's School of Arts and Humanities.

Applicants must submit a sealed, official transcript from every undergraduate and graduate institution that has granted the applicant a degree. For undergraduate coursework, applicants are required to submit proof of a completed bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Unofficial copies of transcripts are accepted for review purposes, but official copies will be required upon admission. Applicants must submit a copy of their resume. Standardized test scores are not required in order to apply for this program. Applicants who have taken the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) General Test are invited to submit scores, but are not required to do so. Please submit a 2-3 page statement of purpose that details your academic and/or professional achievements, your specific areas of interest within your desired field of study, why you are a strong candidate for graduate studies at CGU, and your career goals. Three letters of recommendation , All applicants are required to submit a writing sample of previous work in addition to the statement of purpose. You may submit samples of any length you feel indicate your writing ability, but please note that we will be unable to return any items submitted as part of your application (please, no books). Most applicants submit one or two scholarly papers or excerpts of around 10-15 pages. Writing samples should not exceed 30 pages.
A minimum TOEFL score of 95 iBT, or a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 with no sub-score lower than 6.5, is required for direct-entry admission.
Minimum scores for admission through the International Scholars Program:
TOEFL 75
IELTS 6.0
Pearson PTE 50