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Master of arts in history.

  The latest College of Charleston Magazine has a wonderful article on our own Lauren Davila . Lauren earned her BA & MA right here in the Department of History , and she's currently an adjunct professor for us. As a grad student, Lauren, 'uncovered the largest known domestic slave auction, which took place in Charleston.' Click to read about Lauren's historic discovery !

Students in the Master of Arts in History program at the College of Charleston are challenged in ways that enhance their education and provide access to the larger scholarly discussion in historical scholarship. This program -- offered jointly with the Citadel Graduate College -- features small classes rich in stimulating discussion and analysis. The City of Charleston provides ample archival resources, research sites, and employment opportunities.

The program offers a Concentration in Public History . Students enrolled in the concentration will gain experience in the field through community-partner coursework, graduate assistantships, and internship positions in a variety of public history institutions in and around the city of Charleston. The concentration collaborates with several resources on the CofC campus including the Avery Research Center , the  South Carolina Historical Society Archives , The Lowcountry Digital History Initiative , and the Center for the Study of Slavery in Charleston . Additionally, the program offers an emphasis in African American history that exists as an interdisciplinary program.

The history faculty and our partners at the Citadel offer a wealth of expertise in United States history, European history, or global history. The faculty has research specialties in a variety of fields, including:

• Southern History
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• History of the Atlantic World
• History of Religion
• History of Popular Culture
• African History
• European History
• History of Gender and Sexuality
• History of the Twentieth Century       

The Master of Arts in History provides an excellent preparation for students who choose to continue their education by pursuing doctoral study in history, pursue opportunities in public history, or continue in an already established career.

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The student who wants to pursue a career as a professional in the field of psychology may find it necessary to continue their training in a graduate program. This additional higher education is the case with most academic disciplines. Because graduate school is a major undertaking, it requires a serious commitment of your time, labor, and energy. You should be fully aware of the commitment you will be making.

If you are interested in pursuing a graduate degree in psychology, consider purchasing or borrowing a copy of the annually-revised APA publication, Graduate Study in Psychology (there may be a reasonably current copy in the College library).  You should also peruse the following useful links relating to psychology graduate study:

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• Are you on the Right Path? (American Psychological Association)

If you plan to apply to graduate schools in Psychology, you need to work hard at maintaining a strong GPA. You should also consider gaining psychology work experience through vehicles such as volunteer work and Internship Experience (see our resources in the "Working in Psychology" section).

In choosing psychology courses, consider additional courses in research methods and statistics, such as our advanced labs and statistics courses (these are requirements for the BS in Psychology already), and explore the Independent Study and Bachelor's Essay options that exist for juniors and seniors with strong academic records.  Graduate schools like to see evidence of undergraduate research experience, and the latter two courses are traditional sources of individualized research experience under the guidance of a faculty mentor.  To get an idea of the scope of research events and accomplishments at the College, take a look at the Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities web site.

The process of applying to graduate programs can take some time, so start reasonably early. In your Junior year you will need to start gathering applications from graduate schools and preparing for the GRE (Graduate Record Exam) (this link takes you to the GRE Resources undergraduate student area of the Association for Psychological Science). You will also need to begin deciding whom to approach for letters of recommendation.

Talk to fellow majors in your classes, Psi Chi, and the Psychology Club about how they are handling the graduate school process.  “Bounce around” your thoughts with your favorite faculty members.  Talk to a variety of people about your interests, and take full advantage of the online and library resources available to students at the College. 

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Mathematics with Computation is the First PhD Program at CofC!

The College of Charleston now is offering doctoral degrees for the first time in its history!  Mathematics with Computation is a unique PhD program designed which admits only students who already hold a master’s degree in the mathematical sciences (or its equivalent). The program provides a research degree compatible with academic and industry careers. Students will develop theoretical advances combined with computational tools leading to publishable research, algorithms or other products contributing to the advancement of mathematical knowledge.

Not only are we excited to announce this new program, we are also pleased to welcome the first doctoral  student at the College of Charleston.  Lauren Tubbs, who earned undergraduate and master’s degrees in mathematics at CofC, has been admitted as the first student in the new program and will be starting in the Fall 2023 semester.

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• A CofC Today article with more information about the program and how it came to be can be found here .
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College of Charleston is a public institution that was founded in 1770. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 9,972 (fall 2022), its setting is urban, and the campus size is 95 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. College of Charleston's ranking in the 2024 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities South, #9. Its in-state tuition and fees are $12,978; out-of-state tuition and fees are $36,858.

The College of Charleston’s location in South Carolina positions students for both downtown and beach living. No student is required to live on campus; freshmen may apply to live either in a residence hall or in a university-owned historic home in downtown Charleston, though the latter is typically reserved for upperclassmen. The area is a scenic place to live, as the campus has made appearances in feature films including "The Notebook," "Dear John" and "The Patriot."

The College of Charleston’s sports teams, known as the Cougars, compete in the NCAA Division I Colonial Athletic Association and have been traditionally dominant in baseball, women’s volleyball and sailing. The school does not have a football team. The student body is more than 60 percent female, and about 20 percent of students are active in Greek life. The College of Charleston offers more than 30 graduate degree and certificate programs through The Graduate School of the University of Charleston, South Carolina. Notable alumni of the College of Charleston include actor Matt Czuchry, who has played lead roles on the television shows "Gilmore Girls" and "The Good Wife," and novelist Padgett Powell, author of "Edisto."

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Located in the heart of historic Charleston, South Carolina, the College of Charleston is a nationally recognized, public liberal arts and sciences university. Founded in 1770, the College is among the nation’s top universities for quality education, student life and affordability. Its beautiful and historic campus, combined with contemporary facilities , cutting-edge programs and accessible faculty attracts students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Nearly 10,000 undergraduates and approximately 1,000 graduate students at the College enjoy a small-college feel blended with the advantages and diversity of a mid-sized, urban university. They work closely with a committed faculty, made up of more than 800 distinguished teacher-scholars. And the city of Charleston – world-renowned for its history, architecture, culture and coastal environment – serves as a living and learning laboratory for experiences in business, science, technology, teaching, the humanities, languages, and the arts.

A College of Charleston education is a personalized education. We offer 67 majors and 81 minors. In addition, you can pursue undergraduate certificates in three areas of specialty, including project management. At the College, you'll have the freedom to mix and match your academic interests to create a unique, intellectually stimulating course of study.

We've given you a head start with our 25 interdisciplinary minors such as Environmental and Sustainability Studies, Crime, Law and Society and Data Science, the first undergraduate program of its kind in the nation. These programs draw resources from several different schools and departments in order to approach each topic from all academic angles.

No matter which major or minor you choose, you'll be taught by exceptional professors whose top priority is your success.

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Thank you for your interest in the College of Charleston’s Graduate Program in Marine Biology (GPMB). 

Some highlights of the GPMB are:

• Program based at the  Grice Marine Laboratory (GML). 
• Over 100 active faculty from the College of Charleston  (CofC), the  Marine Resources Research Institute  of the  South Carolina Department of Natural Resources  (MRRI), the  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration  (NOAA), the  National Ocean Services  (NOS), the National Centers for Coastal Ocean Science (NCCOS), the  National Institute of Standards and Technology  (NIST), the  Medical University of South Carolina  (MUSC), the Hollings Marine Laboratory  (HML),  Coastal Carolina University , and  the Citadel . 
• Students need not have an advisor, project, or funding identified prior to enrollment.
• A rigorous master's-only program, both with respect to coursework and thesis research expectations.

We support our students by offering them Teaching Assistantships, Research Assistantships, or Graduate Fellowships . 

Graduates from our program  have been successful in using their degree to pursue a Ph.D. degree or directly enter the job market. This success is based in large part on our ability to train students in both basic and applied areas of science.

The Grice Marine Laboratory is located at Fort Johnson along with the labs of MRRI, NOAA, NOS, NIST, and MUSC. In total, about 400 personnel at Fort Johnson make up a vibrant and exciting community of marine scientists and students. We think that you will find our location near a major metropolitan area on one of the most unspoiled stretches of the eastern seaboard a particularly appealing place to study marine biology.

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Two college of charleston graduate programs ranked in top 100 by u.s. news & world report.

Two of the College of Charleston’s master’s programs have been recognized in U.S. News & World Report’s list of Best Graduate Schools for 2024. The College’s one-year Master of Business Administration (MBA) program ranked within the Top 100 Best Business Schools, and the Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) program ranked within the Top 100 Best Public Affairs Programs.

The College’s MBA program came in at No. 81 in this year’s rankings, an impressive 17-point improvement from last year.  

“Our MBA program is on the rise,” says Paul Schwager , dean of the College of Charleston School of Business. “This latest ranking proves that the high-touch, relationship-based education we offer is still valued by our students and employers.”  

The 149 full-time MBA programs on this year’s list were ranked based on career placement success, student excellence and qualitative assessments by experts.  

“This national recognition validates the hard work of faculty, staff, alumni, students and our executive volunteers,” says Ron Magnuson, executive director of graduate and executive programs for the School of Business. “We are proud to be recognized among the top MBA programs in the nation.”  

Also recognized as one of the best in the nation is the College of Charleston’s M.P.A. program .

“The M.P.A. program is excited and honored to receive this recognition of the quality of our program from our peers,” says Matt Nowlin , associate professor of political science and interim director of the program. “This is due to the dedication and hard work of our faculty, students and alumni. We are committed to continuing to promote the value of public service and providing a high-quality education to future public leaders.”

Designed for prospective students looking to further their education beyond college, the Best Graduate Schools rankings evaluate programs in a variety of disciplines. By collecting graduate school data annually, U.S. News is able to present the most current figures on enrollment, job placement, faculty and other critical quality indicators that help prospective students make informed decisions. For more information about how the rankings are calculated, visit  USNews.com .

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Knowledge today leads to the cures of tomorrow

We are fostering the discovery of new knowledge in a premier academic environment.

The College of Graduate Studies at MUSC is committed to the graduate training of biomedical research scientists, providing them with the critical thinking skills and experimental expertise that prepare them to work at the interface of basic biological sciences and human health and disease. We believe that the single most important experience a university can offer is the opportunity to make exciting new discoveries through research.

“ Being a CGS student means having a team around you as you develop independence as a scientist. I’m so thankful for a supportive environment to work and learn. ” Alyson Black, 4th Year Ph.D. student

“ In only two years, I noticed drastic differences in the way I think about science, myself and the community. Through the wide variety of courses, great support from faculty members, and social activities, I am maturing into the scientist I’ve always envisioned myself to be. ” Nour Hijazi, 3rd Year M.D./Ph.D. student

“ Being a graduate student and being curious are synonymous. While at the Medical University of South Carolina my curiosity has been cultivated and nurtured. ” Brandon Young, Ph.D. student

“ Attending MUSC has unlocked a world of opportunities. In my first year as a graduate student, I presented my research at international meetings in Charleston, Madison, Milan, and Vancouver. I cannot imagine a more exciting, rewarding, and cultivating environment to train in. ” Kevin Caulfield, 2nd Year Ph.D. Student

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The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) is a 10-week research and educational based program run by the College of Graduate Studies on the MUSC campus.

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• 36 credit hours
• Capstone Project

Teaching, Learning and Advocacy Required Courses

• MTLA 601 Class, Race and Gender in Education (3)
• MTLA 602 Policies and Issues in Contemporary Education (3)
• MTLA 607 Teachers as Advocates for Children and Youth (3)
• EDFS 632 Education Psychology Learning, Cognition, and Motivation (3)
• EDFS 635 Educational Research (3)
• MTLA 702 Research and Development Project (3)

Curriculum and Instruction Concentration (18 credit hours)

Required courses.

• MTLA 668 Curriculum: Foundations, Principles, Issues and Applications (3)

Complete 15 additional credit hours from the following:

• EDEE 525 Advanced Foundations of Language and Literacies Development: Birth-Grade 6 (3)
• EDEE 610 Integrating Assessment and Instruction (3)
• EDEE 615 Assessment in Student Learning (3)
• EDEE 667 Curriculum Theory and Application (3)
• EDFS 501 Introduction to Exceptional Children and Youth (3)
• EDFS 510 Characteristics of Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 520 Characteristics of Students with Learning Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 525 Literacy Development and Intervention for Students with Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 528 Educational Procedures for Students with Learning Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 530 Characteristics of Individuals with Emotional Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 537 Educational Assessment of Students with Disabilities (3)
• EDFS 550 Classroom and Behavior Management (3)
• EDFS 630 Introduction to Educational Supervision (3)
• EDFS 660 Nature of Science, Mathematics, and Science/Mathematics Education (3)
• EDFS 670 Principles and Strategies for Teaching Multilingual Learners (PK-12) (3)
• EDFS 671 Teaching Reading and Writing to PK-12 Multilingual Learners (3)
• EDFS 672 Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in Education (3)
• EDFS 673 Assessing Student Performance (3)
• EDFS 674 Linguistics for Multilingual Learner Program Specialists (3)
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• EDFS 692 Advanced Technology Applications in Education (3)
• EDFS 703 Curriculum, Policy, and Systems in Science and Mathematics Education (3)
• EDFS 714 Introduction to Curriculum and Instruction in Special Education (3)
• EDFS 760 The Nature and Needs of Gifted and Talented Students: Historical, Philosophical, and Current Perspectives (3)
• EDFS 761 Introduction to Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted and Talented Students (3)
• EDFS 762 Field Experience in Curriculum and Instruction for Gifted and Talented Students (3)
• EDFS 763 Advanced Curriculum Practices for Gifted and Talented Students (3)
• EDFS 764 Social and Emotional Development of Gifted and Talented Students (3)
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• MTLA 663 Texts and Tools for Consuming and Producing Literacies (3)
• MTLA 671 Introduction to Project-Based Learning (3)
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An applicant or student of the M.Ed. in Teaching, Learning and Advocacy program can seek approval from the Program Director to accept up to 12 transfer credit hours. These courses must have a grade of “B” or higher. Courses with a grade of “Pass” or “Satisfactory” will not be accepted. Also, note that the courses must be catalog courses and not professional development (EDPD) courses to be considered for transfer credit.

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Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Studies

The Environmental and Sustainability Studies (EVSS) Program at the College of Charleston has been designed to provide students with an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of environmental problems through graduate level studies of both Policy and Science.

This interdisciplinary focus allows us to address a wide variety of the resource, development, and planning pressures that currently face society. Through our core and elective course curriculum, faculty expertise, and specialization development (the clustering of courses in areas such as coastal and wetlands management, environmental planning, and environmental hazards), the EVSS Program provides training that addresses each of these challenges. Our alumni are finding employment in a wide variety of fields, where their training in both Science and Policy serves them well.

As an interdisciplinary program, the EVSS Program is not housed in a single academic department at the College of Charleston. Instead, six departments ( Biology , Geology and Environmental Geosciences , Mathematics , Physics and Astronomy , Political Science , and Economics ) contribute core and elective coursework and faculty time to the program. Faculty from many other departments and off-campus institutes and agencies are an invaluable part of the EVSS Program as well.

For any questions that are not answered online, please email Lucy Davis ( click here to e-mail ), Program Coordinator.

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All master’s programs offered, anthropology and sociology, child development, marine biology and oceanography, business and management, communications, corporate communications, computer science, computer and information sciences, early childhood education, elementary education, foreign language teacher education, middle school education, special education and teaching, specialized teaching and education, creative writing, english language studies, environmental science, finance and accounting, visual arts, historic preservation and conservation, mathematics, mathematics and statistics, public administration and public policy, public administration, urban, community and regional planning.

Masters of Science in Data Science and Analytics

The Data Science and Analytics program at College of Charleston is your opportunity to become a leader in the rapidly evolving world of data science. Gain expertise in artificial intelligence, machine learning, business intelligence, and more. Join us to secure your future in this exciting field. 

The Data Science and Analytics program at College of Charleston is designed for individuals who want to excel in fields such as national security, genomics, drug informatics, and biomedical informatics.  With a comprehensive curriculum and 30 credit hours, you'll acquire the necessary skills to succeed. Not only are we the 13th oldest institution in the US with a strong liberal arts and sciences foundation, we are also proud to be the first in South Carolina to offer a Masters degree in Data Science. 

Why earn your M.S. in Data Science and Analytics at the College of Charleston?

Booming Local Tech Industry Charleston is an amazing city to explore, but it offers a lot more. It boasts a booming local tech industry. You will have ample internships and future employment prospects. Expert Faculty Our outstanding faculty-to-student ratio ensures you receive personalized learning and excellent faculty-student mentorships. Cutting-edge Research Opportunities You will engage in cutting-edge research opportunities with world-class faculty and state-of-the-art research labs . You'll gain hands-on experience as you explore the possibilities of Data Science in an ever growing field . Extensive Alumni Network Benefit from our active alumni network. You will connect with industry professionals and career opportunities.

Careers & Outcomes

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• Mercedes-Benz Vans.

“My professor was able to monitor the development of my skills and help me progress, and that’s something that you don’t get in a lot of programs – that kind of personal relationship between students and professors, which you can’t put a price on.”  - Cole Gulledge ‘20 

How to Apply 

Priority Deadline: January 15  

Final Deadline: July 1 

• Complete the online application form on our website.
• Submit official transcripts from any regionally accredited college or university.
• Demonstrate competency in statistics, linear algebra, calculus, and computer programming. For computer programming, showcase your proficiency in the Statement of Purpose letter.
• Fulfill any additional application requirements outlined on our website.

To be admitted into the program, you need to meet the following criteria: 

• Diverse academic background acceptance 
• Competency in statistics, linear algebra, calculus, and computer programming 
• Prerequisite areas covered by coursework with a grade of B or higher 
• Additional program-specific requirements as detailed on our website 

The Citadel Graduate College honors achievements of remarkable students and faculty

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During commencement season, The Citadel recognizes members of the graduating class who excelled during their time at the college, as well as some of the outstanding faculty who helped educate them.

Each year, The Citadel Graduate College celebrates student and faculty excellence in areas of academics, leadership and service during the annual CGC Awards Ceremony.

On Thursday, May 2, 20 students and educators were recognized during the 2024 CGC Awards Ceremony at the Holliday Alumni Center prior to the 2024 Commencement ceremonies.

Award recipients include:

Graduate Student Award for Academic Excellence and Leadership:

Grayson Bainbridge

The graduate student award recognizes an exceptional student that has demonstrated academic excellence and leadership while at The Citadel.

College Transfer Program Student Award for Academic Excellence and Leadership:

Thomas Morrison

The evening undergraduate student award recognizes an exceptional student that has demonstrated both academic excellence and leadership while at The Citadel.

Veteran Student Success Center Award for Academic Excellence and Leadership:

Ashlyn Howard

The veteran student award recognizes an exceptional student that has demonstrated both academic excellence and leadership while at The Citadel.

Faculty Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Graduate College

Dr. Robert Barsanti

The faculty award was created to recognize a distinguished faculty member that has made outstanding contributions to graduate education on campus.

Faculty Award for Outstanding Contributions to the College Transfer Program:

Dr. Ronald Hayne

Hirshey Awards

Bailey Peterson

Tamika Williams-Moorer

Jessica Wilkinson

Meriwether Galloway

Patrick Withers

The Hirshey Awards are presented each spring to both graduate and cadet students exemplifying excellence in education in honor of Charles Hirshey, Ph.D., the head of The Citadel Department of Education from 1969 to 1979. Hirshey is a pioneer of graduate education in the Lowcountry and a founding member of what is now The Citadel Graduate College.

Aline M. Mahan Award

Elizabeth Grech

The Aline M. Mahan Award is presented annually to graduates who have demonstrated an outstanding record of scholarship, technical skill and community service in the school psychology program at The Citadel.

J. Patrick Leverett Award

The J. Patrick Leverett Award is presented to the year’s outstanding graduate of the Department of Psychology’s master’s degree program in clinical counseling. This award honors Professor Pat Leverett, who served as a faculty member in the department for 10 years.

Michael Politano Graduate Research Award

Grace Hogan

Presented annually by the faculty in the Department of Psychology to one student from either the School Psychology or Clinical Counseling program who has evidenced excellence in the domain of clinical research. The award honors the contributions of Dr. Politano, emeritus professor in the Department of Psychology, who tirelessly worked to advance the field and discipline.

BG Michael B. Barrett, USAR, ‘68 Military History Graduate Student Award

Jordan McIntire          

The Online MA in Military History program offers the BG Michael B. Barrett, USAR, ’68, Military History Graduate Student Award for students engaged in archival or manuscript research for their thesis or capstone seminar projects. This award was made possible by the generosity of Dr. A.J. Cianflocco. 

MBA Student of the Year

James Hentig

The MBA Outstanding Student of the Year Award is determined by a vote of faculty members who teach in the MBA program. It is presented to a graduate who has demonstrated an exceptional record of academic achievement and principled leadership within the MBA program.

MBA Faculty Member of the Year

Jeffrey D. Frey

The MBA Faculty Member of the Year Award is determined by a vote of Citadel MBA students and is presented to a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to the education of their students.

Business College Transfer Program Student of the Year

AnneMarie Zur

The award is presented to an undergraduate student who has demonstrated an exceptional record of academic achievement and principled leadership within the program. The award is determined by a vote of faculty members who teach in the evening College Transfer Program.

Business College Transfer Program Faculty of the Year

Cynthia E. Bolt

Determined by a vote of the evening undergraduate students, The School of Business recognizes the accomplishments of one of our evening undergraduate professors with the award.

Swain Family School of Mathematics and Science Outstanding Graduate Student

Grace E. Duncan

Department of Leadership Studies Lieutenant General John Rosa Award

Joseph Hickey

Each year, the Department of Leadership Studies confers the Lieutenant General John W. Rosa Award upon the top-performing Master of Science in Leadership student.  This award recognizes outstanding academic achievement, student engagement and scholarly excellence in Leadership Studies.    

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