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Admission
Degree-Seeking Student Admission
Those intersted in pursuing the MAAHG or MASTAHG degrees should apply for degree-seeking student sdmission.
The following are required for admission to the MAAHG or MASTAHG programs as a degree-seeking student:
- A completed Ashland University Application for Graduate Admission.
- Official academic transcripts from accredited institutions of higher education documenting all undergraduate and graduate degrees awarded (bachelor's degree level and higher). Additional transcripts may be requested at the discretion of the program chair.
- A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale, or a minimum graduate grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (a minimum of 12 graduate semester hours are required).
- A $30 application fee. The application fee is waived for applicants who have previously applied to another master's degree program at Ashland University.
Transcripts, application fees paid by check or money order, or other written correspondence should be addressed to:
Master of Arts in American History and Government
Ashbrook Center at Ashland University
401 College Avenue
Ashland, Ohio 44805
A student may be conditionally admitted to the Graduate School with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.25 to 2.75, or a graduate grade point average of 2.50 to 3.00 in a minimum of 12 semester hours of course work. A student accepted conditionally will be monitored over a period of the first 12 semester hours of course work at Ashland in order to determine the student's eligibility for continuation in the program.
Admission to the MAAHG and MASTAHG programs is conducted on a rolling basis. Generally, applicants should expect to receive a decision within three to four weeks of the receipt of all application materials.
Ready to get started? Click here to apply online today.
Non-Degree Student Admission
Those interested in taking courses for personal or professional enrichment without committing to the degree program should apply for Non-Degree Student Admission.
The following are required for admission to the Graduate School as a non-degree seeking student:
- A completed Ashland University Application for Graduate Admission.
- Evidence of undergraduate degree through one of the following:
- An official academic transcript from an accredited institution of higher education documenting completion of a bachelor's degree.
- A letter from the registrar of the undergraduate institution verifying the degree and grade point average earned.
- A minimum undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 on a 4.00 scale, or a minimum graduate grade point average of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (a minimum of 12 graduate semester hours are required).
- A $30 application fee. The application fee is waived for applicants who have previously applied to another master's degree program at Ashland University. The application fee may be paid online during the application process or it may be paid by check made payable to Ashland University.
Transcripts, application fees paid by check or money order, or other written correspondence should be addressed to:
Master of Arts in American History and Government
Ashbrook Center at Ashland University
401 College Avenue
Ashland, Ohio 44805
A student may be conditionally admitted to the Graduate School with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.25 to 2.75, or a graduate grade point average of 2.50 to 3.00 in a minimum of 12 semester hours of course work. A student accepted conditionally will be monitored over a period of the first 12 semester hours of course work at Ashland in order to determine the student's eligibility for continuation in the program.
Students admitted on a non-degree basis may take as few or as many courses as they wish and may register for courses in subsequent semesters without reapplying to the Graduate School. Non-degree students who wish to become degree-seeking students should make that decision by the time they complete 10 semester hours.
Ready to get started? Click here to apply online today.
Transient Student Admission
Students enrolled in graduate degree programs at other institutions who wish to take courses at Ashland for transfer to their home institution should apply for admission as a transient student.
Transient student admission is valid only for the a single semester. Transient students who wish to enroll in a subsequent semester should reapply.
To apply for transient student admission, please complete the Application for Transient Student Admission.
Undergraduate Students
Students enrolled in undergradaute programs in history or political science may apply to take courses at Ashland during the summer between their junior and senior years.
Exceptionally able undergraduate students with strong backgrounds in American history and government may be permitted to take graduate course work during the summer semester prior to their senior year. Undergraduate students are not eligible to enroll in AHG-prefix courses offered during the fall or spring semesters.
Ashland University Undergraduate Students
Ashland University undergraduate students with a major or minor in history or political science who wish to take graduate level courses in American History and Government during the summer semester must complete the Application for Undergraduate Student Admission to Graduate Courses form. This form must be signed by your undergraduate advisor, the MAAHG program Chair (Dr. Peter W. Schramm), and the Chair of the Department of History and Political Science (Dr. David Foster). Upon completion, the form should be submitted to the MAAHG office in the Ashbrook Center (Library, 8th Floor). Applications must be received no later than May 1st.
Undergraduate Students Enrolled at a University Other than Ashland
Students enrolled in undergraduate programs at another university who wish to take graduate-level courses in American history and government as a transient student should complete and submit the Application for Transient Student Admission form. Applications for transient student status are reviewed on a rolling basis. All application materials must be received by May 15th to be considered for the upcoming summer semester.