Two letters of academic recommendation. Applicants requesting study in visual art or media study must provide a creative portfolio. GRE scores are desirable, but not required. Proof of satisfactory financial resources. The M.A. in Humanities Program offers little financial aid, although opportunities sometimes exist for an assistantship in a department or administrative office on campus.
Graduate fellowships are available for students who meet specific criteria.
For domestic students, general application deadlines are May 15 for fall admission and November 15 for spring admission. Fall deadline for theatre and dance applicants is April 1 to allow for audition scheduling. Application deadlines for international students are May 1 for fall admission and October 1 for spring admission. Students interested in applying for teaching or graduate assistantships should consult with the Office of Interdisciplinary Graduate Programs for specific information concerning application procedures and deadlines.