Museum Studies

HOW TO APPLY

Application Requirements

Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for the last two years (60 semester hours) of undergraduate work. Admitted students have degrees in art history, anthropology, archaeology, education, English, design, history, journalism, public history, studio art, or other related fields. Students should be interested in working in museums, cultural institutions, or arts non-profit organizations.

Application Process

The following steps outline the application procedures and materials needed for admission to the graduate program in Museum Studies:

  1. Complete the online application.
  2. Request official transcripts from previous and current undergraduate and graduate degree programs to grad-office@wiu.edu if you are a domestic student or international-ed@wiu.edu if you are an international student.
  3. Watch the Museum Studies application video, then prepare and submit the following materials for your application:

    • Three letters of recommendation from professors or professionals who speak to your academic motivation and ability to succeed in graduate studies.
    • A current resume.
    • An Academic Statement of Purpose (500-1000 words), professional in appearance and content, explaining your academic goals while pursuing graduate study in Museum Studies at WIU and how your immediate and long-term plans will be met through this program.
  4. Watch for email notifications from the School of Graduate Studies. You will receive various email notifications from the School of Graduate Studies and possibly the Museum Studies Program as you progress through the admission process.
  5. The School of Graduate Studies will mail an official letter once an acceptance decision has been made.

Application Resources

Here are some resources you may find helpful as you assemble your application.

Schedule a Visit/Contact Us

We can't wait to meet you! Our team will organize a personalized visit, including tours of our on-campus, visits to local museums, and meetings with current students and faculty. If an in-person visit isn't in the cards, we can set up Zoom meetings or phone calls instead.

To schedule a visit or if you have other questions, please contact:

Dr. Heidi Lung, Associate Professor and Director of Museum Studies
E-mail: HK-Lung@wiu.edu
Telephone: (309) 762-9481
Office: WIU-Quad Cities Campus