How to Apply

The deadline for applying for fall admission to the History MA program for Fall 2025 is December 31, 2024. Students who wish to apply for Sonoma State University fellowships are encouraged to have their applications completed by date February 1, 2025, so they can be provided with SSU log-in credentials prior to the fellowship deadline.

1. Apply for admission to Sonoma State University through Cal State Apply.
   • You will be asked to submit a complete set of official transcripts, sent under registrar’s seal, from all undergraduate institutions to Sonoma State University.
   • You will be prompted for the email addresses of two persons who can write letters of recommendation on your behalf.
2. In response to COVID-19, Graduate Record Examination (or GRE) scores are OPTIONAL. You are not required to submit any GRE scores. If you choose to, please take the general test, and provide an unofficial copy of your scores with your application in addition to having the official report sent from Educational Testing Services to SSU.

Please be advised that the December 31 deadline is firm. Applications that are incomplete after the deadline will not be considered. All transcripts, test scores, and letters of recommendation must be received prior to the deadline.