There is no minimum length. Interdisciplinary work is encouraged, and students may submit material on slides, video, audiotape, disk or CD-ROM, if it is selected for length and labeled by format. The School of Critical Studies recommends that when students apply to the Institute, they also submit an application for financial aid, regardless of anticipated need. Students who would like to apply for a 1st year graduate or teaching assistantship should include a resume and request. Teaching assistantships are more likely during the 2nd year of residence.
Many students also receive scholarship support.
Although it is not required, some students organize their application to the 2nd school during their first semester on campus as a Writing student. Applications should clearly state any Interschool plans in their statement of interest. February 15 is the recommended deadline for admittance for the fall semester. Applications are reviewed on a continuous basis, and January admittance for spring semester is possible.