Admissions Criteria
- Completed Application Form
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
- Undergraduate preparation must include at least one course in financial accounting, two courses in the history or literature of an art, and/or two courses in the practical or creative aspects of an art. (NOTE: Applicants who lack this preparation (or the equivalent) must complete work in the above areas during the first two terms in the program.)
- Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (graduate degree GPAs will be considered along with the undergraduate GPA)
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions (including trade schools) attended. You must supply transcripts regardless of the number of credits earned or the type of school you attended. If you do not list all post-secondary institutions on your application and these are listed on transcripts received from other institutions, processing of your application will be delayed until you have submitted the remaining transcripts. Click here to use our Transcript Lookup Tool to assist you in contacting your previous institutions.
- Applicants should demonstrate a strong affinity for the non-profit arts field through work, volunteer experiences, education, or special training.
- Essay on the following topic (to be completed within the online application): How will studying Arts Administration Online meet your current and future professional development goals? (Minimum 500 words)
- Resume
- Two letters of recommendation
- International Students must submit a TOEFL score of 580 or higher. Click here for additional International Students requirements.
Transfer Credits
You may transfer up to 15 credits from previous graduate studies into the online MS in Arts Administration (credits must be approved by the program director and all transfer credits must be at the graduate level.)
Classes start in the Fall. Applications are submitted throughout the year.
Apply now to reserve your position at the start date of your preference. Get application information here.
