Medieval Institute
Admission
Admission to the MA program in Medieval Studies is administered through WMU's self-managed application system. Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all admission materials to the appropriate offices before the published deadlines.
Application Process
The process consists of two parts: (1) application to WMU Graduate Admissions and (2) application to the Medieval Institute.
1. Application to WMU Graduate Admissions comprises the following:
- a completed online application
- $40.00 non refundable application fee (to be paid online)
- scores from the Graduate Record Examination general test
- official transcripts from every undergraduate and graduate institution attended (WMU excluded)
2. Application to the Medieval Institute comprises the following:
- a second set of official transcripts from every undergraduate and graduate institution attended (WMU excluded)
- two letters of recommendation from persons able to evaluate the applicant's potential for graduate study (Letters must have original signatures on letterhead and must be returned either directly from referees to the department or, if gathered and sent by the applicant, must be delivered in sealed envelopes with referees’ signatures across the seal. As applicants bear responsibility for delivery of these letters, it may be advisable to ask three individuals for references.)
- a letter of intent stating areas of interest and academic and professional goals
- an academic writing sample
A separate application is required to be considered for Medieval Institute financial aid.
Deadlines
Deadlines for complete applications are as follows:
- January 15 for fall (September) admission
- September 15 for spring (January) admission
Deadlines for international admissions, set by the Office of International Student Services, may vary from those posted here for domestic admissions.
International Students
Graduate applications and admissions for international students are processed by WMU's Office of International Services and Student Affairs, which assists students in compiling their application files. Applications for admission and instructions are available from the Office of International Student Services.
Office of International Student Services
Western Michigan University
1903 W. Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5246
oiss-info@wmich.edu
fax: (269) 387-5899
Deadlines for international admissions may vary from those posted here for domestic admissions.
More Information about the Program
For further information about the MA program and the application process contact:
Elisabeth Carnell
The Medieval Institute
Western Michigan University
1903 W. Michigan Avenue
Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5432
phone: (269) 387-8745
fax: (269) 387-8750
If you are applying to the MA program and would like to be in contact with currently enrolled students, please e-mail us at medieval-institute@wmich.edu.
Photograph: Walwood Hall, home of the Medieval Institute