Arts Management

Academic Requirements (for applying to the MA in Arts Management degree or graduate certificates)

The Master of Arts in Arts Management program is geared toward professionals from a wide variety of skilled backgrounds. Diversity is sought in our applicants, and candidates will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

What are we looking for in our graduate students?

• Undergraduate work: Potential students must have completed an undergraduate degree and have held a GPA of 3.00 or higher. Undergraduate transcripts are required.
• Letters of recommendation: Applicants should provide two letters of recommendation from faculty members or individuals who have first-hand knowledge of the applicant’s academic or professional capabilities.
• Statement of purpose: Applicants should provide a statement of their intention and goals that specifically address the question, What will you anticipate doing with your degree? Length should be two pages or less.
• Personal interview: Applicants might be asked to interview with at least one member of the program faculty or admissions committee. If applicable, the Arts Management office will arrange for an interview with the applicant.
• Resume.
• Criteria: The GRE is not required for admission; however, submission of GRE scores at or before the application deadline will afford the Arts Management Admissions Committee more information on which to base its decision.
• Work experience is strongly preferred.

How to apply?

• Application for admission: Potential students must complete an application for admission to the program. Application deadlines: March 1 (Fall) and October 15 (Spring); International students apply by February 15 (Fall) and September 15 (Spring).
• To apply to the Master of Arts in Arts Management program, please visit Mason’s Admissions at admissions.gmu.edu
  • Please submit all supporting materials to
    College of Visual and Performing Arts
    Graduate Admissions
    4400 University Drive, MS 1C9
    Fairfax, VA 22030
  • For questions regarding your application, please contact Admissions at:

  703-993-1158 (Office);
  703-993-4622 (Fax)  E-mail: cvpagrad@gmu.edu.

ACADEMIC COMMON MARKET

If you come from the southeastern part of the United States, perhaps the Academic Common Market is for you:

The Academic Common Market (ACM) is a cooperative tuition-reduction program agreement among 14 southern states, including Virginia. Its purpose is to provide students programs of study that are not available in their home state. Students who are not legal residents of Virginia, but who wish to pursue a degree in selected Mason programs not available in their home state, may be able to participate in the ACM and thereby attend Mason without incurring out-of-state tuition charges.

Are you currently a resident of Maryland, North Carolina or Tennessee?

ACM states North Carolina and Maryland will certify their residents for the Master of Arts in Arts Management program. Master of Arts in Arts Management students with residence in either of these states qualify for the ACM tuition rates—which basically means they will be charged in-state tuition. This does not happen automatically. Detailed ACM information is now available on the registrar’s website.