History and Museum Studies

M.A. in History and Museum Studies

The Museum Studies Program combines theory and practice by bringing together scholars of the Tufts Department of History and professional experts in Museum Studies. By emphasizing both historical scholarship and practical application, the program prepares students for public history as well as museum work. Students also benefit from Tufts’ location in the greater Boston area, one of America’s most important hubs for museums and historical societies.

Students take courses in history and museum studies simultaneously. Graduates of this program typically pursue careers as curators, collections managers, educators or administrators in historic houses, sites and museums.

Visit the Museum Studies Program

Visit the Department of History

Related programs:

• History M.A., Ph.D.
• Art History and Museum Studies M.A.
• Museum Education M.A.
• Museum Studies Certificate

Application Deadline

Fall: January 15
Round 2 Fall Enrollment: May 15

Application Requirements

> Application fee
> Resume/CV
> Personal statement
> Official GRE required

- GRE scores are not required for current Tufts undergraduates 

> Official TOEFL or IELTS, if applicable
> Transcripts
> Three letters of recommendation

For more information, visit the Department of History.

For more about this program, please see the Department of History website and the Museum Studies website.

For questions about the program, including scholarships and assistantships, contact Professor Ina Baghdiantz McCabe, History Liaison for Museum Studies, or Professor Steven Marrone, Co-Director of History Graduate Studies.

Museum Studies
Tufts University
Ballou Hall, third floor
Medford, MA 02155

Phone: 617.627.2320