To apply to this degree program, you will need to submit some application materials to your academic department and some to the Office of Admissions.

Materials to send to the department:

• A manuscript of your best work, with a Manuscript Cover Sheet (PDF)
• A personal statement
• Official transcripts from all universities and colleges you have attended
• Application for Admission to the UI Graduate College (PDF) (unless you apply online; details below)
• Your official academic records/transcripts (current and former UI students do not need to provide UI transcripts)
• Three Letters of Recommendation (PDF)
• Application for Graduate Awards (PDF)
• The Supplement to the Financial Aid Application (PDF)
• Your General GRE test scores (optional but recommended)
• A self-addressed stamped postcard (optional) for acknowledgement of receipt of application
• A self-addressed stamped envelope to return your manuscript

Materials to send to Admissions:

• A second set of your official academic records/transcripts (current and former UI students do not need to provide UI transcripts)
• Your official GRE scores are not required for admission to this program. However, applications that include GRE scores may be more competitive for a greater range of financial assistance (the University's institutional code is 6681).
• International students may also be required to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores to comply with the university's English Language Proficiency Requirements.
• Once recommended for admission, international students must send a Financial Statement.