The Art History Program welcomes applicants with an outstanding scholastic record. We expect that you will have a BA degree in Art History or a cognate discipline such as history or literature and a sincere commitment to the demands of graduate study.

Please note: the application to the MA Program in Art History is divided into two parts, with separate deadlines. Materials are sent to Graduate Admissions and to the Department of Art and Art History.

Part I: University of Utah Graduate School Admissions Office

201 S. 1460 E., Rm 250S (250 SSB)
Salt Lake City UT 84112-9057
801-581-7642

Send the following materials to the Graduate Admissions Office by January 2, 2009:
	1.	A completed application form (complete online or download paper copy here)
	2.	Official transcripts from each college or university attended (minimum GPA 3.0)
	3.	Official TOEFL score (international students only)

Part II: Art History Graduate Committee, Dept. of Art and Art History

375 S. 1530 E., Rm 161 (161 Art Building)
Salt Lake City UT 84112-0380
801-581-8677

Send the following materials to the Art History Graduate Committee by February 2, 2009:
	1.	Letter of application stating your interest, background, and goals in the study of art history.
	2.	Curriculum vitae (résumé) listing your educational background and experience.
	3.	Academic writing sample (e.g. an undergraduate research paper) demonstrating your analytical writing skills.
	4.	[sent separately by your evaluators] Two letters of recommendation by professors or instructors who are familiar with your academic work and can speak to your ability to succeed in a rigorous academic program.

The Department of Art and ArtHistory offers some scholarship assistance to incoming students. There are also opportunities for students to serve as graduate assistants or teaching assistants during the two-year residential program. Graduate students in good standing are eligible to apply for a graduate research fellowship ($12,000 plus tuition) for their second year. You may consult the Graduate School website for further information on this and other financial aid resources. Please see also the Financial Aid Office.

Transfer credit of graduate work in art history from other accredited institutions (maximum six semester credit hours, subject to Graduate School conditions) may qualify for acceptance by the Art History program. You should address your petition to the Director of MA Graduate Studies.

You may follow the progress of your application through the online Application Tracking System.