Southeastern Louisiana University* | National Council on Public History

MA in History with a Concentration in Public History

Last Updated: January 19, 2022

Department of History and Political Science
SLU 10895

Hammond, LA 70122

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Director(s)

David Benac
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703-402-6911

Program Introduction

Established in 2003, the Public History Program at Southeastern Louisiana University admits 5-8 students each year. The program offers an MA in History with a concentration in Public History as well as an undergraduate minor in Public History. On average, 3 students graduate annually from the program.

Degrees Offered

M.A. in History with a Certificate or Concentration in Public History
Public History Minor

Program Strengths

Historic Preservation
Local/Community History
Museum Studies
Oral History

Credit Hour Requirements

How Many Students are Admitted Annually

MA5-8

Financial Aid Available

Scholarships
Assistantships
Stipends
In-State Status

Deadline To Apply

See program website for details.

Internship Requirements

Required. Internships are arranged by the Internship Director in consultation with the student.

Places Where Students Have Interned During the Past 3 Years

• Louisiana State Parks
• Louisiana State Museum
• R. Christopher Goodwin and Associates, LLC
• Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum
• Tangipahoa African American Heritage Museum
• Pearl River and Honey Island Swamp Museum
• Louisiana Division of Culture, Recreation and Tourism
• Destrehan Plantation

Employers Who Have Hired Graduates from this Program within the Past Five Years

• R. Christopher Goodwin and Associates, LLC
• Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Louisiana State Parks