Applicants applying to the TCU Graduate History Program must have a B.A./B.S. degree with at least 24-semester-hours in history; any applicant lacking these qualifications may be admitted conditionally, but must take such preparatory work as may be prescribed by the Graduate History Committee.

To be considered for admission to the graduate program you must submit or arrange to have sent to the TCU history department the following items:

•  A Completed Application Form

The form is available in the History office in Reed Hall or on line at http://www.his.tcu.edu/GraduateStudies/GradLinks/Admission.htm

•  Graduate Record Examination Scores

TCU requires official score reports for the GRE (Graduate Record Examination) general test. Please have your scores sent directly to the History Department at TCU. For more information on the GRE visit www.gre.org .

•  Three Letters of Recommendation

Please submit three letters from people who are familiar with your academic work. Those writing on your behalf should send letters directly to the History Department.

•  Official Transcripts of Academic Work

Applicants must supply official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended, sent directly to the History Department by the registrar of the institution. Applicants who are finishing a degree program should submit current transcripts but will be expected to submit final transcripts showing records of all work done and confirming the awarding of the degree.

•  Statement of Purpose

Applicants must submit a 500-1000 word statement of their academic and professional goals. It should describe your academic background and preparation, indicate what area or areas of history you want to study and outline your career goals. 

•  Writing Sample

Please include in your application package a 1—15 page sample of academic or scholarly writing. A chapter of a Master's thesis or a research paper you have done for a previous course is recommended.

• $50 Application Fee (check payable to TCU)

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