PS A 1,000-word personal statement describing their intellectual development, academic interests, and career goals; the statement must name the University of Iowa faculty member under whose guidance the applicant hopes to work and tell how that faculty member's area of expertise, or how the art history program, is especially suited to the applicant's interests and goals. GPA Although exceptions may be made when other components of the application are strong, applicants should have an undergraduate g.p.a. of at least 3.25 on a 4.00 scale. Fee You must first submit the online application to the Graduate College and pay the $60 application fee by credit card ($100 for international applicants). RL Contact information for three people who will write letters of recommendation.  The recommender will then receive an email from the Office of Admissions instructing them on how to upload a recommendation letter.  Letters should be written by persons able to assess your potential for graduate study. Transcript Transcripts from all colleges and universities the applicant has attended (to be uploaded to your Admissions Profile)