Columbia,
MO,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Visual Studies in Columbia United States | University of Missouri
University of Missouri
|
Columbia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
23,625
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Visual Studies PhD program integrates specialized education in art history, material culture, and media studies with public humanities engagement. This graduate program provides a mix of academic courses, community involvement, research projects, teaching experiences, and cross-disciplinary partnerships with professional programs, equipping students for roles in academia, cultural institutions, and the creative sector.
To earn the PhD degree, students must complete at least 72 credit hours of study. A minimum of 42 credits must be earned at the University of Missouri. Those transferring with an MA from another university may transfer up to 30 credits, while MU MA graduates can apply all previously earned credits toward the doctoral program.
The 72-credit requirement includes:
Six credits of foundational Visual Studies courses (ARH_VS 8110, ARH_VS 8120, and ARTGE_VS 9010)
Nine credits spanning three distinct historical periods or media studies areas
Twenty-seven credits (9 courses) in a primary concentration (a geographic and historical specialization aligned with current professional standards)
Fifteen credits (5 courses) in a secondary focus (a geographic, historical, or thematic specialization that supports the student's professional goals).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Students completing an MA degree in Visual Studies in the School of Visual Studies at the University of MissouriColumbia who want to continue for the PhD must be accepted for advising by a faculty member who is a member of the doctoral faculty Such students should submit a statement of purpose and a current CV to the department by the application deadline After they are accepted for advising they need to submit a Change of Program Degree Emphasis or Advisor Form to the Graduate School
Required Application Materials
All application materials must be submitted directly to the Graduate School though its online application system Applications will not be considered complete until we receive the following
Three letters of recommendation concerning the applicants academic qualifications to undertake graduate work
Official transcript from all colleges or universities attended
CV
Statement of purpose A substantial personal statement or intellectual biography addresses an applicants academic interests including specific papers and projects they have worked on as well as what they hope to accomplish as a graduate student It explains too why the applicant wishes to pursue a graduate degree in History Theory and Criticism in the School of Visual Studies
Writing Sample One 15 to 20page scholarly paper that demonstrates the applicants scholarship and writing
GRE scores are not required for admission to the PhD program but are necessary for consideration for some internal SVS fellowships
TOEFL Internet-based - 80 Overall - Reading - 17, Listening - 17, Speaking - 17, Writing - 17.
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall - Reading - 6, Listening - 6, Speaking - 6, Writing - 6.
PTE - 59.
Have earned at least a 3.0 Grade Point Average in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework required for applicants with less than a graduate certificate graduate degree or professional degree.
Required Application Materials
All application materials must be submitted directly to the Graduate School though its online application system Applications will not be considered complete until we receive the following
Three letters of recommendation concerning the applicants academic qualifications to undertake graduate work
Official transcript from all colleges or universities attended
CV
Statement of purpose A substantial personal statement or intellectual biography addresses an applicants academic interests including specific papers and projects they have worked on as well as what they hope to accomplish as a graduate student It explains too why the applicant wishes to pursue a graduate degree in History Theory and Criticism in the School of Visual Studies
Writing Sample One 15 to 20page scholarly paper that demonstrates the applicants scholarship and writing
GRE scores are not required for admission to the PhD program but are necessary for consideration for some internal SVS fellowships
TOEFL Internet-based - 80 Overall - Reading - 17, Listening - 17, Speaking - 17, Writing - 17.
IELTS Academic - 6.5 Overall - Reading - 6, Listening - 6, Speaking - 6, Writing - 6.
PTE - 59.
Have earned at least a 3.0 Grade Point Average in the last 60 hours of baccalaureate coursework required for applicants with less than a graduate certificate graduate degree or professional degree.
Tuition
USD
23,625