An applicant must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and a grade-point average of at least 2.5. Admission is based on your academic and professional background. Each applicant also must submit three letters of recommendation, a resume and a portfolio of their work to the Graduate Program Chair, School of Visual Communication, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701-2979. The final date for application is March 1. The School of Visual Communication awards a limited number of teaching associateships and full-tuition scholarships each year.
Selection is by competition and is based upon openings and funding.
If you receive funding, you must maintain a 3.0 g.p.a to retain support. If you wish to apply for other forms of financial aid, write to the Director of Student Financial Aid and Scholarships, Chubb Hall, Ohio University, Athens, OH 45701-2979 for further information and application forms. Applications must be submitted before March 15 for priority consideration.