GSAS bills tuition using a per-credit billing model, meaning you are billed for the number of credits you take each semester. This billing model is used to provide students better flexibility so they may "pay-as-they-go".
| Tuition* | $1,699 per credit |
| Total Credits Required | 30 |
| Enrollment Status | Part-Time: 3-6 credits (typically 1-2 courses) Full-Time: 9+ credits (typically 3 or more courses) or qualifying enrollment criteria (assistantships, internships, or continuation courses, etc.) |
This example pathway outlines estimated tuition costs per semester using a typical full-time course load. This is one possible pathway to completion; actual credits, costs, enrollment status, and degree completion time may vary based on a student’s course load.
| Full-Time Pathway | Fall | Spring | Total |
| Year 1 | 9 credits | 9 credits | 18 credits |
| $15,291 | $15,291 | $30,582 | |
| Year 2 | 6 credits | 6 credits | 12 credits |
| $10,194 | $10,194 | $20,388 | |
| Estimated Total Tuition Before Aid* | $50,970* | ||
Note: this example does not account for any scholarships that may be awarded at the time of admission. GSAS offers generous merit- and need-based tuition scholarships for qualified applicants. A list of funding opportunities is provided below.
*Estimated based on 2025-2026 tuition rates. Rates are subject to change each academic year. For further information about the full cost of attendance, including health insurance, fees, and estimated indirect costs (housing, transportation, etc.), visit Student Financial Services.
At Tufts University, we believe that every qualified applicant should have the opportunity to pursue graduate study, regardless of financial circumstances. We are committed to helping you navigate the financial aspects of your education and strive to make graduate school accessible through a variety of support options.
Visit our Graduate Financial Aid page for information on loans and financing options.
The MA in History Program offers students the opportunity to specialize in regional fields that include South Asia, East Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the United States. Students can also choose to specialize in thematic fields, which combine interdisciplinary and comparative approaches. Some examples of thematic fields include:
I’ve found the Tufts History Department to be very wonderful and welcoming. The faculty are always looking out for students and I’ve felt very supported. They are truly a force for good. All of the classes I’ve had have been excellent – I’ve just completely fallen in love with it.
