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Hello: I will graduate in May with a Master's degree in history. I'm taking a full academic year off to focus on turning my dissertation into a book. I'm wondering if there are fellowships, grants, etc. that are available for someone in my position. Usually these are given to "current students" who are pursuing a degree. However, I also know that there are independent historians who secure funding to finish their work. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks

Hello: I will graduate in May with a Master's degree in history. I'm taking a full academic year off to focus on turning my dissertation into a book. I'm wondering if there are fellowships, grants, etc. that are available for someone in my position. Usually these are given to "current students" who are pursuing a degree. However, I also know that there are independent historians who secure funding to finish their work. Any thoughts or suggestions? Thanks

I guess I should also add that I am applying to PhD programs in Political Science in the states. I left that out. I'm also wondering if GRE scores even matter so much to PhD programs when you already have an MA.

Hi: I have a pretty easy question. What would admissions committees prefer to see on an application? Would they prefer to see both of the following scores (to show that I, at least, tried again)? Or would it be better to show them only one score (the first score) and rely more heavily on my CV, writing sample, etc.? Here are the other details you should know: I have an M.A. in History from the University of Cambridge, have been published three times (1 book, 2 articles), and will be submitting a writing sample that has been published in an academic paper. Here are my scores: 1st test: VERBAL: 152 (53%), QUANTITATIVE: 148 (35%), ANALYTICAL: 5.5 (96%) 2nd test: VERBAL: 153 (57%), QUANTITATIVE: 145 (23%), ANALYTICAL: 6.0 (99%) Please give me your best answer, specifically answering the questions that I posed above. Thanks, Cody

Hi: In July 2013, I will have an M.A. in Historical Studies from the University of Cambridge. This Fall, I will begin applying to PhD programs in political science in the United States (I am a US citizen). I have already taken the GRE - but my scores were not all that great. Must I submit GRE scores if I already have an MA? Should I think about retaking the GRE test to submit even though I will have an MA? A little confused about this. Thanks!