A Masters Degree in Public History, Museum Studies, or Library Science opens the door for countless career opportunities. Students who have pursued this course of study have gone on to work in many different fields, attaining positions such as archivists, museum curators, documentarians and historians. St. John’s Public History program enables students to gain the theoretical knowledge and work experience necessary to be successful in these fields, requiring students to maintain electronic portfolios to document and share their work.
Students interested in pursuing a masters degree in Public History should possess a strong background in the humanities and social sciences, as well as a familiarity with media technologies and a commitment to community service. Students admitted to the program are also encouraged to pursue a Master of Science degree from St. John's American Library Association accredited Division of Library Science.
Included in this program of study is a 240-hour internship, to be completed under the supervision of a faculty member. Through this program, students have been afforded opportunities to intern at the City Museum of New York, the American Museum of Natural History, and Ellis Island National Historic Park.
For more information about pursuing a Master of Arts in Public History here at St. John’s University visit our website or contact Dr. Kristin Szylvian at szylvian@stjohns.edu.
The graduate schools at St. John’s University in New York City offer more than 60 graduate degree and professional certificate programs in five acclaimed colleges, a School of Law, and institute dedicated solely to the growing field of biotechnology. Our highly competitive advanced degree programs will challenge you to become the very best you can possibly be!
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