Admissions Information
Both the MS and Ph.D. programs are inherently interdisciplinary, and we encourage applications from students with backgrounds in archeology and anthropology, history, American civilization, and other areas as well, including engineering. Applicants to the program need to fulfill the general application requirements of the Graduate School. Applications are reviewed for admission by the faculty in the IA program. We use a mix of criteria for admissions decisions, such as undergraduate record, standardized test scores, recommendations, writing ability, work experience, and demonstrated interest in the field. We require the following item for consideration for admission:
- 1. A completed application form (sent to the Graduate School ) with the application fee and official transcripts from all previous university study.
- 2. Results of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) general test. The TOEFL is required for students from countries where the native language is not English.
- 3. A Statement of Purpose and writing sample. Please send these directly to the Director of Graduate Studies in IA.
- 4. Three letters of recommendation, again, sent to the Director of Graduate Studies.
The Program currently maintains an open-ended applications policy, with no deadlines for receipt of applications. We strongly encourage students to begin their course of study in the Fall term, but exceptions are made. In all cases, however, financial support decisions are made only in the Spring. To be considered for support in September, please complete your application by March 1.
You may request additional information by email from Timothy Scarlett, Director of Graduate Studies in IA; scarlett@mtu.edu. You also may call: (906) 487-2113. The actual main application form for graduate study at Michigan Tech is accessible on-line. Please go to http://www.gradschool.mtu.edu/apply.html.
