TOEFL A minimum TOEFL score of 90 (with at least a score of 22 in each of the four sections of speaking, listening, reading and writing) will be required for 2014-2015 applicants. IELTS A minimum IELTS score of 7.0 (with at least 6.5 in each of its four sections) will be required for 2014-2015 applicants.

PS A “Career Statement” of 2–4 pages that describes the basis of your intellectual and professional interest in history, and the reasons for your application to the graduate program at the University of Pittsburgh. What are the primary areas of your interest and competence within the field of history? Why does our program appeal to you, and how would it fit with your research interests? Who are the faculty members you would like to work with, and why? The more specific your statement, and the closer the match between your intellectual interests and our areas of expertise, the higher the chances of being admitted into the program. GPA For admissions into the program a minimum GPA of 3.0 is required CV Current CV/Resume is required. Fee Please send a check in the amount of $50, payable to the University of Pittsburgh; or, preferably, pay online. Applications will not be processed until the fee is paid. RL Three letters of recommendation from former teachers or others who can evaluate your qualifications for graduate study. Transcript All documents must be uploaded via the Applyyourself application system. A copy of all academic transcripts must be uploaded as well. If you are admitted, you are then required to provide an official copy of the transcript(s) by no later than October 15th. Until you provide the official transcript, you will be admitted with a contingency.