To be granted full standing admission, applicants must hold the equivalent of a U.S. baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. Usually transcripts can be evaluated by the Graduate School, however, in unusual circumstances, the university may require applicants to submit their credentials to an outside agency before an admission decision can be made. If a registrar refuses to send a transcript to you, have him or her send it directly to the department in which you are applying. It would be helpful to the department if you will make a prominent note in your application packet if they are to receive credentials separately. Writing Samples, Art Work Samples, Etc.
Some graduate programs require writing samples, artwork samples, etc.
Your work becomes the property of The University of Montana, kept in your departmental file and not normally returned to you. Naturally, you retain all publication rights. In general, the policy is to destroy all non-acceptance files after one year. If you wish to have your materials returned in this case, please send a self-addressed stamped envelope in your application packet with a note indicating your request. Contact that program for further clarification.