Graduate applicants must have an earned degree that is equivalent to the U.S. bachelor's degree from a recognized university as determined by the Office of International Admissions. Some non-U.S. bachelor's degrees are based on three-year programs that may or may not be equivalent to the U.S. bachelor's degree.
minimum grade point average of 3.0 (on a U.S. 4.0 scale) or comparable grade point average in upper-division (junior- and senior-level) coursework and in any graduate coursework already completed.
IELTS - 6.5 TOEFL iBT - 79, TOEFL PBT - 550


A substantive letter of intent (3-5, double-spaced pages) summarizing prior academic training, explaining current academic and professional objectives, and justifying how these goals might be met in the Department of American Studies. The letter of intent should focus on scholarly and research interests and avoid personal histories and confessions.
Three letters of recommendation (a Departmental requirement which must be received by January 15).
A sample of recent written work, preferably academic work, not to exceed 30 pages.
One unofficial copy of transcript(s) from the university where the student received their BA and/or MA degree(s).