American Studies (MA and PhD) Programs
Program Leadership | ||||
| College: | Arts & Sciences | |||
| Department: | American Studies | 425 Humanities | (505) 277-3929 | F: (505) 277-1208 |
| Chair: | Jennifer Denetdale | jdenet@unm.edu | (505) 277-4009 | F: (505) 277-1208 |
| Graduate Faculty Contact: | Alyosha Goldstein | agoldste@unm.edu | (505) 277-3929 | F: (505) 277-1208 |
| Staff Advisor: | Mercedes Nysus | mnice@unm.edu | (505) 277-4009 | F: (505) 277-1208 |
Application Instructions for MA and PhD Programs
The following information is provided to help the prospective student successfully apply for admission to American Studies MA and PhD graduate programs (MA-AMST/PHD-AMST) at the University of New Mexico. Although Graduate Studies strives to keep this information up-to-date, we still encourage you to visit the program's website to verify application instructions and required materials.
International students (including non-U.S. citizens on a visa) generally must complete additional steps to apply to a graduate program at UNM. Please see the Global Education Office's International Admissions website for more information.
Application Deadline | |
| Fall Admission | January 15th |
Application Materials and Instructions | |
| APPLICATION CATEGORY | SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS |
| Program of Interest | Select: College of Arts and Sciences > American Studies |
| Letter of Intent | A substantive letter of intent (3-5 double-spaced pages) summarizing prior academic training, explaining current academic and professional objectives, and justifying how these goals might be met in the Department of American Studies. Expanded instructions are available on the department website. |
| Writing Sample | A sample of recent academic work, not to exceed 30 pages. |
| CV/Resume | Not required. |
| Assistantship Interest | Please note in letter of intent if you would like to be considered for departmental aid. |
| Recommendations | Three letters of recommendation are required. |
Contact For Questions and Further Information | |
| Staff Advisor | Mercedes Nysus mnice@unm.edu 505-277-4009 |
Click here to visit the American Studies website | |
