TOEFL Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) scores are required for international students by the Graduate School. The minimum acceptable score on the paper exam is 550; the Internet based exam is 79 total (21 writing, 19 reading); the computer based exam is 213. GRE GRE scores are required by the Department of Art History. Scores of at least 160 are recommended. The exam is administered via computer and the scores are sent to the Graduate School approximately 10 days after the exam is taken. However, the exam is offered on a first come, first served basis, so it is best to take the exam well in advance of the admissions deadline. If the exam scores are not received by the admissions deadline, the application will not be considered.

PS Statement of Objectives (Personal Statement): Please upload your personal statement under "Application Statements" (Statement #1). Please provide a statement outlining your interest in pursuing a PhD in Art History. Indicate immediate educational and long-range career objectives. Outline as specifically as possible the proposed area of study within the field of art history. Indicate faculty members with whom you are interested in working. You may also wish to include other information, such as any undergraduate research experience, internships, or other experiences you may have had to document your preparation for advanced study in your chosen field. Statements of purpose should be no more than 1,000 words. Fee Application Fee. Please check with the Graduate School Office of Admissions for the current rate. RL Letters of Recommendation. Solicit three letters of recommendation from individuals best able to comment on your potential to succeed in an academic graduate program. Letters from art history instructors are most suitable. Letters from business supervisors often do not provide sufficient indication of graduate study potential. Letters must be submitted electronically through ApplyYourself. Applicants are strongly encouraged to follow-up with recommenders to ensure timely arrival of the letters of recommendation. Transcript Transcripts. Include transcripts from every post-secondary institution attended, including study abroad programs and community colleges. If the institution uses a non-traditional grading system, include any available information that would allow for comparison to an A-F grading scale. Include current and prospective course registration information, if available. Unofficial transcripts or academic records should be uploaded directly to the online application. Please do not mail in paper copies of your transcripts, there is no need for official transcripts or academic records for initial review. If you are admitted, the University will then request official copies of this material. More information about transcripts and credentials.