Doctor of Philosophy in Transatlantic History

Established in 1998, our unique Ph.D. Program in Transatlantic History focuses on the interactions of people and regions across the Atlantic from the fifteenth century to the present. Unlike other doctoral programs that are typically defined by geographical, political, and thematic boundaries, ours explores interactions and cross-cultural developments among the inhabitants of Europe, Africa, and the Americas during the last six centuries. The Doctoral Degree Program in Transatlantic History offers students comparative study of the historical development of peoples on the continents bordering the Atlantic Ocean. This exciting Ph.D. program is part of recent developments within the discipline of history that broaden the study of the past, transcend national histories, and contribute to a new transnational and comparative perspective. Utilizing specific research resources in the UT Arlington Libraries, the Ph.D. program in Transatlantic History (1492 to the present) offers a structured and focused curriculum of both required and elective courses. Prerequisite: B.A. or M.A. degree in history.

The criteria for admission below are used, without specific weight, as positive indicators of potential success in the program.

A prior academic degree (B.A. or M.A. in History or related fields) from an accredited institution (verified by transcripts from each college or university previously attended sent directly from the registrar of that institution to Graduate Admissions).

A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 in the course of completing a B.A. degree in History or a related field from an accredited institution (verified by official transcripts from each college or university previously attended sent directly from the registrar of that institution to Graduate Admissions).

Applicants are expected to submit a score of at least 550 on the paper-based TOEFL, a score of at least 213 on the computer-based TOEFL, a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS, or a minimum TOEFL iBT total score of 79. Further, when the TOEFL iBT is taken, sectional scores of at least 22 on the writing section, 21 on the speaking section, 20 on the reading section, and 16 on the listening section are preferred.

Graduate Application Priority Dates - Fall: March 15; Spring: August 15; Summer: February 15.