Online Master of Arts in World War II Studies

Are you interested in the diplomatic, cultural, social and economic impacts of World War II? If so, the Master of Arts in World War II studies may be an ideal fit. In this first-in-nation program, you’ll learn about the war through firsthand and scholarly perspectives, and examine its geopolitical and cultural aftermath.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 08/21/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 10

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 30

Degree questions, answered

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What is a master’s in World War II studies?

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Does my master's in World War II say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.

Gain access to the WWII Museum’s array of artifacts and archives.

World War II studies courses

Your courses include a combination of lectures, roundtable discussions, analysis of the National World War II Museum ephemera and more. You’ll also complete a capstone portfolio to revise and polish your previous course projects and produce essays that reflect on your experiences in the program. This portfolio can showcase the transferable skills you’re ready to apply to roles across a wide variety of industries.


What can I do with a master’s in World War II studies?

Apply skills you develop in the master’s in World War II studies across career settings from the classroom to the courtroom. You’ll graduate with a holistic and global perspective of the war examined against contemporary society. Applicable career industries include, but aren’t limited to:

Learn from top-tier World War II scholars

From Royal Society and American Academy Fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members who include:

  • Fulbright American Scholars.
  • Guggenheim Fellows.
  • MacArthur Fellows.
  • Nobel laureates.

Learn from top-tier World War II scholars

From Royal Society and American Academy Fellows to Marshall and Barry Goldwater Scholarship recipients, The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is home to prestigious students and faculty members who include:

  • Fulbright American Scholars.
  • Guggenheim Fellows.
  • MacArthur Fellows.
  • Nobel laureates.

How to apply

Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences.

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The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences takes a transdisciplinary approach to education with a vast spectrum of degrees in the social sciences, natural sciences and humanities. We inspire students to become socially aware critical thinkers and global citizens.

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Tuition calculator

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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