Master's Scholarships in History

Shape Your Future, Apply Now! 

EARN A DEGREE ACCREDITED IN AUSTRIA AND THE U.S. 

The Department of History at Central European University (CEU) in Vienna offers students an array of programs in interdisciplinary and comparative historical research. The CEU History Department is recognized for its innovative approaches to historical studies and graduate education. Our international faculty offer expertise that extends from the early modern period to the study of totalitarian regimes in the 20th century, as well as the post-communist period; from numerous aspects of social, cultural, political, and intellectual history to religious, visual and archival studies. 

CEU is an English-language, student-focused research university located in Vienna and accredited both in Austria and the United States. CEU is committed to attracting talented students and scholars from around the world. Our student/faculty ratio (7:1) allows for small, research-driven and discussion-based seminars and close guidance from faculty members.   

MA in Comparative History / 1 YEAR / The program is built around the comparative research of early modern, modern and contemporary history. Students explore a broad range of topics and historical periods using different approaches to the past in global, regional, and local perspectives. Apart from offering intensive training and opportunities for specialization, the one-year MA is also envisioned as a program that helps students to prepare for entry into a doctoral program.  ➜ history.ceu.edu/content/programs 

MA in Comparative History: From 1500 to Present / 2 YEARS / This program is for students who prefer a more flexible timeline for identifying and carrying out a research project or wish to delve into the study of research languages. Offering a systematic introduction to theories, methods and research skills, it helps students understand regional and global historical processes in a comparative perspective. ➜ history.ceu.edu/content/programs 

MA in History in the Public Sphere (HIPS) / 2 YEARS / This Erasmus Mundus master’s program focuses on the ways the past is represented, contested and negotiated in the public sphere. It is operated by a consortium of universities in the EU and Japan and takes students to Vienna, Budapest, Tokyo, Florence, Lisbon and Paris. . ➜ hipsma.com 

MA in European Women’s and Gender History (MATILDA) / 2 YEARS / Offered jointly with the Department of Gender Studies, this program provides expertise in women’s and gender history. It is operated by a consortium of universities, including the University of Vienna, the Université Lumière Lyon 2 and Università degli Studi di Padova. ➜ history.ceu.edu/Matilda 

SCHOLARSHIPS AND APPLICATION DEADLINES 

The majority of our students are eligible for financial aid regardless of nationality. Research grants are available for all students. We also offer a fully-funded merit scholarship in our MA programs, the Gerd Bucerius History Scholarship. The deadline to apply for candidates seeking fully-funded admission for the 2023-24 academic year is February 1, 2023 (23:59 CET). 

• February 1, 2023 for applicants seeking financial aid
• March 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will require a study visa to enter Austria
• August 15, 2023 for self-financing master's candidates who will not require a study visa to enter Austria 

WHY CEU?  

• World-ranked master's and doctoral programs in the humanities and social sciences
• Valuable degree accredited in the U.S. and Austria
• 81% of our graduate students receive financial aid
• 7:1 student/faculty ratio
• Close supervision and faculty contact with top researchers
• Students and faculty from 100+ countries
• Committed to academic freedom and open debate
• Based in Vienna, ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit 

STUDY IN VIENNA 

Apply now and study in Vienna, consistently ranked among the world’s most livable cities by the Economist Intelligence Unit. Located in the heart of Europe, the Austrian capital has much to offer, from a wide range of academic opportunities to vibrant student life. 

TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER 

We pride ourselves in providing practical experience and remarkable networks to transform your career. 73% of 2021 master’s graduates^* who entered the workforce directly after completing their studies accepted employment offers within three months of graduation and work with more than 200 organizations across various sectors in over 60 countries worldwide.

^* Based on Careers Outcomes Report for Master Graduates 2021.

Contact 

For further enquiries, please contact:

Daniela Munteanu

Department of History

Email: history@ceu.edu