PhD in Art History in Athens United States | University of Georgia

University of Georgia | Athens United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 24,630
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

With nine faculty members specializing in areas from Classical Antiquity to Contemporary Visual Culture, the Art History concentration within the Doctor of Philosophy in Art program focuses on providing comprehensive doctoral training while allowing for deep specialization in each student's chosen field. Graduate-level Art History courses combine small, advanced lectures with focused seminars on niche topics. Together with mandatory historiography and methodology coursework, this curriculum cultivates exceptional researchers equipped with the precise skills demanded by art historical scholarship.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Applicants will need to create an account before completing the Graduate School application, which calls for education and general background information. Choose PhD/Doctoral with an emphasis in Art when selecting the degree (PhD in Art History will not be an available option) on the application.

Statement of Intent
In a brief statement of 1-2 pages, please describe the focus of your research and your intentions for graduate school. Your statement should describe the topics and questions that are central to your research and any emerging interests you would like to pursue. Please note that the Statement of Intent can be the same document as the Statement of Intent requested in Slideroom.

Transcripts
Applicants will be asked to upload Unofficial Transcripts in the Graduate School application. An official transcript from each degree-granting institution should be mailed directly to the Graduate School only after the applicant has been offered admission. Transcripts issued to the student will not be accepted.

Standardized Tests
Applicants for the Doctor of Philosophy in Art with a concentration in Art History are required to submit scores for the GRE. UGA institutional code for ETS reporting: 5813. Scores must be sent to Graduate Admissions directly by the responsible testing agency. Unofficial scores will not be accepted.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required of international applicants for all degrees for whom English is not their native tongue.
Graduate School Minimum Requirements for TOEFL: IBT (internet-based) Total = 80, Speak = 20, Write = 20

Statement of Intent
In a brief statement of 1-2 pages, please describe the focus of your research and your intentions for graduate school. Your statement should describe the topics and questions that are central to your research and any emerging interests you would like to pursue.

Resum/CV
A concise outline of the applicant's educational and professional history.

Additional Writing Sample (optional)
Applicants can also provide an additional writing sample unrelated to their thesis topic that reflects their current interests and showcases their skills as a writer and researcher.

3 Letters of Recommendation
Minimum IELTS score requirement: overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0

Tuition USD 24,630

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