Frequently Asked Questions
Art & Museum Studies
M.A. Program
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Answers to Frequently
Asked Questions about Georgetown,’ AMUS M.A. Program
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Applying to the Program
Q: Can you send me an application, brochure, prospectus,
etc. in the mail?
A: All information about the Program, including the complete
application is available on the Program’s and the
Graduate School’s websites. You can access these pages
at these 2 links:
1.Art & Museum Studies M.A. Program Page
2.
Graduate School of Art & Sciences Page
We do not have any additional materials to mail out.
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Q:
Do I have to have majored in Art History to apply?
A:
No, students who have degrees in similar fields such as
history, anthropology, sociology, and literature, are encouraged
to apply. However, if your major was not in Art History,
we recommend that you have taken or audited a minimum of
2 Art History courses above the introductory level, so that
we can be sure you have a familiarity with the field.
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Q: When
is the application deadline?
A:January
10, 2008 for admission in fall 2008.
Q:What
additional materials are required with the application form?
A:
• Non-refundable Application
Fee ($70)
• Statement of Purpose
• Official Transcripts (all prior institutions)
• Official Recommendations (3)
• Resume/CV
• TOEFL/IELTS, if applicable
Further information about the application materials:
link-please click here
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Q:Should I submit GRE scores?
A: GRE scores are not required. If you have GRE scores and feel they would supplement your application, you may send them to the Office of Graduate Admissions at the address below:
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Q:What
do you look for in a Statement of Purpose?
A: The
statement of purpose should address the aspects of your
background, experience, and goals that will be meaningful
to the Program. Tell the admissions committee why this program
in particular fits your goals and why you want to enroll.
You may choose to discuss something that influenced you,
but overall aim to keep your writing as relevant, specific,
and concise as possible. We do not encourage you to send
a writing sample
Q:Where
do I send my application?
A: Send
all supplemental materials, transcripts, and other credentials
to:
Office of Graduate Admissions
Attn: Credentials - Art & Museum Studies Program
Box 571004-1004
3700 O Street, N.W. (ICC-302)
Washington, DC 20057
*Please do NOT send your
application materials directly to the Art, Music and Theater
department.
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Q:When will I know if I’ve been accepted?
A: You will be notified of your status (accepted, wait listed, or declined) 6-8 weeks after the application deadline. The admissions committee is usually able to review all applications and make all decisions within about a month of the application deadline.
The complete process of getting the letters out to applicants takes an additional 2 to 4 weeks. Accepted students are asked to confirm their desire to matriculate as soon as possible, so that students whose names are on the waiting list can be notified of their final status in a timely manner.
AMUS Program & Curriculum
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Q:
How long does it normally take to complete the Program?
A:
The program is designed to be completed in 12 months, with
an additional 6-credit semester if you wish to pursue a
thesis.
Q:
Can I attend part-time?
A:
No, you must enroll in the Program full-time.
Q:
Can I do the Sotheby’s semester in the Fall or Summer
instead of the Spring?
A:
There is a logic to the Program’s organization. You
will need to be here at Georgetown for the required core
course and others that are only offered in the Fall. Spring
semester is dedicated to the intensive course at Sotheby’s.
The summer internship may be taken at any approved museum,
in Washington or elsewhere, and opportunities for summer
internships at Sotheby’s and in London do exist. All
students will gather in Washington for the week-long capstone
course in late August.
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Q:
What courses can I take at Sotheby’s?
A:
At Sotheby’s you will take one course. It will be
much more intensive than courses typically offered in the
United States (roughly the equivalent of three college courses).
You will most likely be able to choose Asian Art, Art Business,
or Decorative Arts, though this is subject to change.
Q:
What courses can I take at Georgetown?
A:
You can see this year’s course offerings at: http://explore.georgetown.edu/courses/
. Please look at the courses listed under Museum Studies.
In addition to your internship in the Fall, you will take
one core course and two electives.
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Q:
Tell me more about the internships.
Where can I intern in DC?
Will you help me get an internship? Will I get paid?
A:
Washington, DC has a wealth of museums and galleries at
which you can intern. Current students are interning at
the Smithsonian’s Freer and Sackler Galleries, Smithsonian
American Art Museum, the Kreeger Museum, and the Textile
Museum, among others. Most internships do not provide monetary
compensation. You can expect to work approximately 20 hours
per week at your internship. Information is available on
the webpages of the various institutions. We urge accepted
students to apply for competitive internship programs as
well. The program director works closely with the internship
coordinators in area museums to make sure that each student
in the program has a suitable internship.
Information is available on the webpages of the various institutions. We work closely with the internship coordinators in area museums to make sure that each student in the program has a suitable internship.
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Life at Georgetown
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Q:Where can I live? Is there graduate housing on campus?
A: Georgetown University does not offer on campus housing to graduate students. However, the Graduate School has put together an extensive list of resources that will help you find housing. You can access it at:
http://grad.georgetown.edu/pages/grad_housing.cfm
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For
the semester in London, Sotheby’s does not provide
student housing but offers comprehensive accommodations
information. Staff of Georgetown’s Office of International
Programs also work with the AMUS Program Director to advise
students about practicalities of living in London.
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Q:What’s
the social life like for grad students in Washington?
A:
There is a wealth of information about student life on the
Georgetown Graduate School web pages. Georgetown’s
M.A. Program in Communication, Culture, and Technology (CCT)
has an extensive webpage full of links to Students’
and Alumni’s favorite things to do in D.C., including
dining, quiet reading spots, free things to do, live music
venues, and favorite neighborhoods.
see this link: click here
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In addition, other area universities have similar information that may be useful.
You may want to look at or websites for more about life in Washington, D.C.
Q:Can I talk to a current student about life at Georgetown and about the Program?
A: Sure. Just e-mail gradamus@georgetown.edu
and we will put you in touch with a current student who has volunteered to answer questions from prospective students.
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Financing your Education
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Q:How much is tuition?
A: Full-time tuition for 2006-2007 is $31,512 (or $15,756 per semester). Full-time enrollment in most Graduate School programs is 12 credits per semester. These charges do not include housing, food, books, or additional student fees, such as health insurance and a mandatory fee for use of the recreational facilities.
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Q:How do I apply for financial aid?
A: Georgetown University’s Graduate School is committed to providing Financial Aid for all eligible admitted students.
For forms and more information:
please see the
Office of Student Financial Services at:
this link.
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Q:Can I get a job while I’m a grad student? Do you have work-study?
A:Yes, many students receive work-study aid and it is easy to combine with full-time graduate study. However, we do not encourage taking on larger commitments, such as full-time jobs or demanding part-time work, while you are a full-time graduate student.
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