Admission and Application Information
Potential applicants are encouraged to correspond with the Director and to visit the campus to discuss their interests and the program with faculty and students.
Admission Basics
Admission Requirements
Financial Assistance
Admission Basics
Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree and have accumulated at least
a B (3.0) grade-point average in previous academic work to be considered
for admission to regular graduate status in the program. In exceptional cases,
students with less than a 3.0 grade-point average are admitted to the program
on a provisional basis. For further information
concerning admission status, see the University's Graduate School Catalog.
Acceptance in the program is decided by the Faculty Advisory Committee in
consultation with the department responsible for administering the academic
track most pertinent to the applicant's career interests.
The Museum Studies program accepts students on a rolling admissions basis. Students may apply to be admitted for either the fall or spring semesters. Fall applicants will be considered beginning January 1 and spring on August 15. Applicants who submit complete applications by earlier dates will receive priority consideration. The deadline for the fall semester is May 1 and for the spring semester, October 1.
Admission Requirements
Complete the application and submit the non-refundable application fee online at https://www.applyweb.com/apply/kugrad/. The Office of Graduate Studies oversees the general graduate admissions process.
The Museum Studies program requires the following specific components be submitted via the online process:
- A copy of the applicant's official transcript from the institution from which the undergraduate degree was received.
- A copy of official transcripts from any graduate institutions attended.
- A statement of academic objectives. This component of the application is very important. It should be a thoughtful, well-written statement addressing the applicant's reasons for wanting to enter the program, career goals, relevant background information, the match of the program to individual interests and any additional pertinent information. If performance records are below expectations, provide an explanation of any extenuating circumstances.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- GRE scores; use university code 6871 and department code 5101.
- A resume or curriculum vitae listing history of employment since bachelor's degree, scholarships/fellowships and awards.
- A sample of written academic work
- For international students only, TOEFL scores or acceptable alternative to demonstrate English proficiency.
- All admitted international students are required to submit documents of financial support. The documents are not required until after the student has been admitted to a graduate program. It is acceptable to send evidence of financial support along with other required materials at the time of application.
Financial Assistance
No scholarship or fellowship funds are directly available to the Museum Studies program. However, many of our students find career-related jobs and paid internships on campus or in nearby communities.
For additional information visit KU Financial Aid and Scholarships, (785) 864-4700, osfa@ku.edu.
The University of Kansas is committed to providing programs and activities to all persons, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, age, or veteran status.
Welcome to the Museum Studies program at the University of Kansas! We offer our students the excellent academic and professional training they need to prepare them for challenging careers in museums, historical agencies, and similar institutions.
Museums are a vital part of American culture. In our museums, we explore our identities, our values, and our dreams for the future. Since 1981, the Museum Studies program at the University of Kansas has prepared its graduates for a lifetime of leadership in this dynamic field. Read More...
