A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited U.S. institution, or a comparable degree from an international institution, with a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while enrolled as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree
A statement of purpose, consisting of a narrative (1-3 pages) that addresses the following:
Your interest in the field
Professional or academic background
Area of intended specialization (also indicate with which professors you intend to work)
Career aspirations
Your particular interest in Florida State University
Your curriculum vitae or resume.
A recent paper in art history, preferably in your major area of interest, that demonstrates your abilities in research and writing.
Unofficial copies of transcripts from all higher education institutions attended.
Note: You will still need to send official copies of your transcripts to the Office of Admissions, but an unofficial copy will be sufficient for the department to review your application.
Unofficial copies of GRE scores (and TOEFL scores for International students).
Note: You will still need to send official copies of your test scores to the Office of Admissions, but an unofficial copy will be sufficient for the department to review your application.
Three letters of recommendation, preferably by Art History faculty with whom you have studied. You will identify three recommenders in your application, they will then be notified by email that their letters are requested.
(Museum & Cultural Heritage Studies applicants only): An additional statement of intent indicating whether you are interested in interning at the Ringling Museum of Art during your second year of study.
Internet based TOEFL (IBTOEFL): 80
Paper based TOEFL (TOEFL): 550
International English Language Testing System (Academic IELTS): 6.5