TOEFL If the student is studying a topic that requires research only in his or her native tongue plus English language sources, then the student will be considered language compliant by virtue of native fluency plus English mastery as indicated through a passing score of either 550 on the paper TOEFL exam and the ITOEFL (Institutional TOEFL) or 79 on the internet-based exam IELTS The minimum IELTS score required is an overall score of a 6.5, with a minimum writing score of 6.5. The testing agency should mail the official results directly to the University of Houston GRE International applicants have to satisfy English proficiency requirements via satisfactory scores on the TOEFL or IELTS standardized exams. Use school code 6870 for reporting GRE and/or TOEFL scores.

PS A one- to two-page personal statement explicating the applicant’s academic interests is required. This document should provide an intellectual autobiography of the candidate, explain the candidate’s qualifications to study in her/his chosen area, and articulate the candidate’s proposed course of study. GPA Overall 3.67 (A-) average on all graduate work attempted (for applicants to the M.A. to Ph.D. track) or overall 3.67 (A-) average on the last sixty (60) hours of undergraduate course credit (for applicants to the B.A. to Ph.D. track).A minimum of 18 hours in history or other relevant courses with a 3.67 (A-) average. The type of courses accepted will be at the discretion of the History Department. NOTE: Only twelve hours of course work taken as a Post Baccalaureate (PB) student may be counted toward the Ph.D. degree. Fee A $25.00 non-refundable application fee. The University of Houston accepts checks, money orders, and Visa and MasterCard credit cards. RL Letters of recommendation from three faculty members working in history or a related discipline familiar with the applicant’s academic abilities. Transcript Two official transcripts from every college and university attended. Transcripts must be sent in a sealed envelope to the Graduate School.