Application form
Transcripts from all previous undergraduate and graduate work
Personal statement
Recent GRE scores for verbal, quantitative and analytical writing tests (optional, but required for students seeking admission to the Archaeology and Anthropology program). TOEFL or IELTS scores for international students.
At least two letters of recommendation from former teachers
Applicants who wish to be considered for a teaching assistantship should (as part of their personal statement) include a paragraph stating their interest and any relevant experience teaching or tutoring. They also should ask that at least one letter of recommendation address any relevant experience and/or potential as a teaching assistant.
Writing sample (preferably 10-20 pages long and demonstrating effective writing and research skills)
Resume or c.v.
Prospective students should have completed 24 undergraduate credits of history, however, we do consider applicants with degrees in other relevant fields. Those without an adequate background in history-related courses may be asked to take additional credits or to audit courses. Students seeking to apply for admission for the archaeology and anthropology option may submit credits in anthropology, archaeology, art history, and related fields with permission of the director of graduate studies, in consultation with graduate faculty from history, art, and sociology and anthropology.
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better in the undergraduate career that can be confirmed with official transcripts from the institution (some programs may require a higher or lower GPA).

TOEFL iBT - An overall score of 80 or above
Reading: 19 ,Writing: 18, Listening: 17, Speaking: 18
The minimum score on the Paper-based TOEFL is 550.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): All scores must be sent directly to URI. Required minimum score of 6.5, AND minimum scores in the following areas:
Reading: 6.5, Writing: 6.5, Listening: 6.5, Speaking: 6.5
Duolingo English Test: Required minimum score of 105
International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Required minimum score of 6.5. IELTS scores must be sent directly to URI.
Pearson Test of English: Required minimum scores are Reading 53, Writing 59, Listening 47, and Speaking 47