Application Requirements

Deadlines for completed applications (with supporting documents, transcripts, letters, test scores, etc.):

• For Fall Semester Admission: January 1
• For Spring Semester Admission: October 1 (for international); October 15 (for domestic)

• A completed Online Graduate Application form (see link below)
• An application fee
  

The History of Art Department also requires all of the following materials in addition to the application:*

• An official copy of transcripts of all post-secondary education.
• Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
• Three letters of recommendation (preferably from professors).
• A one-page statement of educational and career objectives.
• One writing sample (preferably an art history paper).
• Curriculum Vitae or resume.
• Typed list of art history classes taken in chronological order and including 1) number of hours, 2) instructor name, and 3) grade received.
  

International students must also submit to the History of Art Department:

• TOEFL scores. University of Kansas TOEFL requirements for admission . TOEFL scores are not necessary for international students who have received a degree from an English-speaking post-secondary school.
• Bank Certification
  

*You will be given the option to attach your resume/CV, statement, writing sample, and list of art history courses taken to the Graduate Online Application (see link below).   The History of Art Department prefers that you attach these materials to the application, but if you are unable to do so, please contact Karen Brichoux at (785) 864-4713 or by e-mail.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:

Karen Brichoux
History of Art Department
1301 Mississippi Street
209 Spencer Museum of Art
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 66045-7500
(785) 864-4713