PhD in History

Tulane University is a prestigious private research institution located in New Orleans, Louisiana. Founded in 1834, the university has a rich history of academic excellence and a commitment to public service. Offering a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, Tulane provides students with a comprehensive and intellectually stimulating educational experience. At Tulane University, innovation and interdisciplinary learning are central to its academic approach. With world-class faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, the university fosters an environment of intellectual curiosity and exploration. Tulane's dedication to community engagement and social responsibility is evident in its emphasis on public service and impactful research initiatives. Whether pursuing studies in liberal arts, business, sciences, law, or healthcare, students at Tulane University are prepared to become well-rounded, compassionate leaders who contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world.

The Ph.D. in History is a highly selective program. It is both small enough to ensure plenty of faculty-student engagement and large enough to allow students to pursue research within broad chronological, geographic and thematic fields. We encourage students to develop the widest possible range of methodological skills in dealing with historical sources. The faculty in the Department of History have broad teaching and research interests, with particularly strong major fields in United States history (especially the U.S. South), Latin American history; Europe from the Renaissance to the present; and ancient and medieval Europe. In addition, minor fields are offered in a variety of geographic, transnational and thematic fields.