International

Fall 2012 Deadlines:

December 1, 2011 – Deadline for freshmen applicants applying for scholarship consideration

January 15, 2012 – Deadline for freshmen applicants

January 15, 2012 – Deadline for transfer applicants to the performing arts

April 1, 2012 – Deadline for transfer applicants to visual arts and design departments

Graduate application deadlines are listed specific to each graduate program below.

VCUarts continues to review applications until all spots are filled. Freshman applicants who submit complete applications by the deadline will receive a decision by April 1st. Transfer / Readmit applicants to visual arts and design departments that submit complete applications by the deadline will receive a decision by June 1st.

ALL application components, including portfolio, audition, or essays, should be submitted by the deadline. Applicant materials can be submitted in any order. Your full legal name must be used when submitting all materials.

Spring 2012 Deadline:

November 1, 2011 – Deadline for all applicants to Dance and Theatre technical tracks (Costume Design, Lighting Design, Scene Design and Stage Management).

Applications for all other majors in the School of the Arts are accepted for fall semesters only.

There is only one application to apply to VCUarts at Virginia Commonwealth University.

All applicants must apply online using the university’s application below.

Applicants may only submit one application to ONE major. Admitted students can request additional major/minor(s) during their first semester.

Admissions decisions are made by VCUarts faculty review committees. Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including required supplemental materials have been received (portfolio, audition or essay).

Undergraduate International Online Application (BA, BFA, BM)

Graduate International Online Application (MA, MAE, MFA, MM, PhD)

All applicants are required to submit an application fee of 50 US dollars in the form of a check drawn on a U.S. bank or international money order made payable to Virginia Commonwealth University. This fee is nonrefundable.Click here to pay your fee online.

All applicants must present grades (marks) that reflect superior ability and serious effort. To be considered for admission, you must submit complete official, certified documents of previous academic work. Your school records must include:

• Dates of attendance at each institution

 

• A complete list of courses taken and grades received at each institution, including the number of weeks and hours per week in lecture or laboratory for each course
  Degrees and diplomas earned from each school or university, indicating class or division of diploma (if appropriate)

 

• Names of examinations passed, grades received and minimum/maximum possible grades (if appropriate)

 

• The grading (marking) system must be clearly stated on each record. The university or school must mail academic records. External examination results must be forwarded from the ministry of education or appropriate examining board.

If your school’s official transcripts are not produced in English, complete and official English translations must be attached to the original records. The original records and the translations must each be signed by the appropriate school or government official and bear the school or government seal. Photographic copies or other duplications are not acceptable unless the copies have been signed and sealed by the appropriate school or government official.

For credit earned from your previous, post-secondary school to be transferable, VCU asks that you have WES or ECE perform a course-by-course evaluation completed and sent directly to the VCU Office of International Admissions. Alternatively, your credentials will be evaluated by our office, if an external evaluation is not received.

Official records should be sent directly from the institution to:
Virginia Commonwealth University GEO
International Admissions
P. O. Box 843043
Richmond, VA 23284-3043
United States of America

All applicants whose native language is not English must take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) offered by the Educational Testing Service in countries throughout the world, or International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) and arrange for the testing agency to send the test results to VCU (code 5570).The required TOEFL score for undergraduate applicants is 550 (paper-based), 80 (internet-Based) or IELTS academic band score of 6.0. Graduate applicants should provide TOEFL scores of 600 (paper-based), 100 (internet-based). IELTS academic band scores of 6.5 are also acceptable.Students who do not achieve the level of proficiency required will be required to take English courses prior to enrollment in the academic program.

Under U.S. immigration regulations, VCU must determine financial eligibility for foreign national applicants. Applicants requiring F- or J-visas who are coming to the U.S. for full-time study, or transferring from one academic institution to another for the purpose of study, must have sufficient funds immediately available to meet all anticipated needs for the first year of study and reasonable expectations that funds will be available, when needed, for study beyond the first year.It is the student’s responsibility to present documented evidence of adequate financial support before immigration forms can be issued. Documented proof of financial support must be presented to the U.S. Consulate in your home country when you apply for the entry visa; the immigration officials at the U.S. port of entry also may request it.You are required to certify that funds are available for the first year of study at VCU. In addition, you are expected to provide evidence that all money necessary for your travel, educational expenses and personal needs will be provided for the entire period of enrollment at VCU. Because of the rising cost of living in the U.S. and variations in individual spending habits, the university cannot predict individual expenses exactly. Approximate annual expenses are listed below.2010-11 estimated expenses for financial support and bank statement

The amount that must be certified on your financial statement is shown for a nine-month program of study as a single student. You must complete the financial statement (part of the international application for admission) in order to provide the university with written proof of adequate funds before you will be issued an immigration document to apply for a visa. You also must submit an original bank statement stamped and certified by the bank indicating the actual funds required are currently available as shown. All financial documentation must be current (not older than six months).For each dependent that may be coming to VCU with the admitted student we require an additional $5,000 per dependent on the bank statement.

Information on dependents must be clearly indicated on the completed financial statement.

For complete and official information about university costs, please contact VCU Student Accounting.

Before leaving home, you must obtain a passport from your government and a visa for travel in the U.S. You must present your certificate of eligibility (Form I-20 or DS-2019) to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate in order to apply for a U.S. visa. What follows are descriptions of and requirements for the most frequently granted visas for study and research in the U.S. and their requirements.

Click here for details about obtaining a visa to study in the United States.

VCUarts undergraduate applicants are required to have one (maximum of three) online references submitted by their recommender of choice. Graduate applicants are required to submit three references. Choose the person best qualified to assess your ability to be successful at VCUarts. Preferably, your recommender will be your art teacher. If you did not have an art teacher, please select a counselor or employer who is able to assess your abilities.

Email the link below to your recommender along with your full LEGAL name, birth date, email address and major of interest.

Reference Form

Each fall, the Undergraduate Scholarship Program grants financial awards to outstanding students entering VCUarts. Selection of scholars is made on the basis of merit in the area of academic achievement and artistic talent.

Scholarships are awarded to fall semester applicants only. Students who wish to be considered for a scholarship must submit an essay. We also encourage all applicants seeking scholarship consideration to submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid.

The scholarship deadline for undergraduate freshmen is December 1st.

For scholarship consideration, students must write a one- to two-page essay on one of the following topics:

1) Compose “Page 87” of your autobiography. In this essay, consider where your life story would be at this point.

2) Describe the most challenging obstacle you’ve faced and what you did to overcome it. What did you learn from the experience?

Essays must be submitted in the “Essay Questions” section of the online application. There is a 32,000 character limit.

Undergraduate Scholarship Program

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: Jan. 15, fall entry only

Review Dates: begins Jan. 15

Essay/Statement: A formal personal statement (approximately 500 words) indicating the applicant’s interest in graduate study and research. Please also indicate your preferred enrollment as either full- or part-time, and explain your previous experiences teaching. This must be uploaded to the School of the Arts Portfolio Site.

Image/Video Required #: 10-15 images of personal or student work clearly labeled. These must beuploaded to the School of the Arts Portfolio Site.

Image/Video Format: mov, jpeg, png, gif

Applicant’s Website Link: if available

Test Score: GRE – required if the applicant’s undergraduate GPA is below 3.0 and should be submitted directly to the Graduate School

Resume: required – upload electronically to the School of the Arts Portfolio Site

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Art History – BA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)

Art History applicants are required to submit a writing sample with their online application. Ideally applicants should submit a copy of a research paper.

If you have no such sample please complete the following: Write a one to two page essay on “Education and Life: A Personal Statement.” In this essay, discuss your educational goals, including why you wish to study Art History.

Essays must be submitted in the “Essay Questions” section of the online application. There is a 32,000 character limit. International applicants submit your essay with your application packet or email toarts@vcu.edu.

Art History – MA/PhD

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: Jan. 15, fall entry only

Review Dates: Begins Jan. 15

Essay/Statement: Same as Statement of Purpose. Submit with online application.

Interview: Welcomed, but not required; PhD applicants must contact Dr. Dina Bangdel, dbangdel@vcu.edu

Test Score: GRE

Campus Visits: Arranged via Dr. Dina Bangdel

Resume: required

Letters of Reference: References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here: http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference. Please see below for instructions for each Art History track.

Other: Send your writing sample (pdf file only please) to arts@vcu.edu. Your writing sample should be a research paper in art history.

Admission Requirements in Detail for Art Historical Studies M.A. and Architectural History M.A:

1. B.A. or B.F.A in art history or a related field with a minimum of 21 credits of art history
2. GPA of 3.2 or higher on the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework
3. GRE scores: 1000 combined Verbal and Quantitative, 4.5 or better on the Analytic Writing portion
4. 3 letters of reference from college instructors who can assess the applicant’s academic preparation and promise
5. Statement of purpose outlining the applicant’s reasons for seeking a graduate degree, area of intended specialization in art history, and professional goals. The statement of purpose may also include professional experience relevant to the pursuit of a graduate degree in art history.
6. Writing Sample: undergraduate research paper in art history
7. There is no language requirement for admission, although students should have some language background to prepare them to pass the department language exam. The department does not provide language instruction.

Admission Requirements in Detail for Museum Studies M.A

Same as above except a minimum of 15 credit hours of undergraduate courses are required and the following letter of reference requirements:

2 letters of reference from college instructors who can assess the applicant’s academic preparation and promise and 1 letter of reference from a museum professional who has supervised the applicant’s work as a museum intern, employee, or volunteer.

Admission Requirements in Detail for Art Historical Studies Ph.D.

For applicants with a BA requirements are the same as for admission to the MA in Historical Studies.

For applicants with an MA:

1. GPA of 3.8 on all graduate work
2. GRE scores: 1000 combined Verbal and Quantitative, 5 or better on the Analytic Writing portion
3. 3 letters of reference from instructors who can assess the applicant’s preparation and promise for advanced doctoral work
4. Statement of purpose outlining the applicant’s reasons for seeking a PhD, area of intended specialization, prospective major adviser, and professional goals. The statement of purpose may also include professional experience relevant to the pursuit of a graduate degree in art history.
5. Completed MA thesis or other academic writing sample
6. Applicants are advised to correspond with faculty members with whom they wish to work.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Cinema applicants must fulfill two essay requirements:

1. Write a one to two page essay on “Education and Life: A Personal Statement.” In this essay, discuss your educational goals, including why you wish to study your chosen major. This essay should directly and creatively address your interest in film and any other academic interests that could evolve into a second major.
2. Tell us a story you would like to tell on film: (narrative film concepts only; no documentary; be succinct and specific; maximum length 200 words).

Essays must be submitted in the “Essay Questions” section of the online application. There is a 32,000 character limit. International applicants submit your essay with your application packet or email toarts@vcu.edu.

Optional Supplemental Materials:

If you have written a screenplay, we ask that you send the first 10 pages and title page as an additional writing sample. After submitting your online application, email your screenplay to arts@vcu.edu with your full name and birthdate.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins March 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose required

Portfolio Requirement: 20 submissions

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins March 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose required

Portfolio Requirement: 20 submissions

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins March 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose required

Portfolio Requirement: 20 submissions

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins March 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose required

Portfolio Requirement: 20 submissions

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins March 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose required

Portfolio Requirement: 20 submissions

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Audition / Interview:

Dance and choreography applicants are required to audition for the Department of Dance and Choreography faculty at the VCU Dance Center. The audition includes a ballet barre, modern center and improvisation.

After submitting all required documentation and materials, please complete the online audition request form at app.art.vcu.edu/audition/auditionDance.php

2010-2011 Dance & Choreography audition dates:

November 18, 2011 – 10:00-4:00 pm
January 27, 2012 – 10:00-4:00 pm
February 17, 2012 – 10:00-4:00 pm
March 9, 2012 – 10:00-4:00 pm

Preparing for your audition

1. In the months prior to the audition, attending regular modern dance classes is highly recommended. You want to be in your best dancing shape. If you do not have access to modern dance, take ballet and/or jazz technique classes.
2. Get plenty of rest prior to the audition.
3. Eat breakfast the day of the audition and bring a snack. Low blood sugar can hold you back from your best performance.
4. Drink water so you are hydrated during the audition.

About the audition

The VCU Dance audition consists of a ballet barre, a modern center and an improvisation. Students come to VCU Dance auditions with a wide range of experience in dance improvisation. If you have little experience in this area, do not let it deter you. Come with an open mind, listen and be ready to take risks while playing with movement ideas.

1. You do not need to present a prepared solo.
2. Please wear appropriate attire: Women wear leotard and tights, unitard or dancewear that allows us to see your body. Men wear tights and tee-shirt or dance wear that allows us to see your body.
3. Bring ballet shoes to wear during the ballet barre. The modern center is barefoot.
4. Approach the audition with a positive, open attitude. Avoid letting mistakes throw you. We are not looking for perfection. We want to see how you deal with the challenges we present to you. We want to see how you move!
5. Breathe…and, whatever happens, keep going, stay with the moment and enjoy dancing.

*Note: Students come to VCU Dance auditions with a wide range of experience in dance improvisation. If you have little experience in this area, do not let it deter you. Come with an open mind, listen and be ready to take risks while playing with movement ideas.

Audition schedule

10:00 am – Sign-in and welcome in the Dance Center Lobby
10:30 am – Auditionees and family members may watch class, studio 203
11:30 am – Auditionees warm-up on their own, studio 105
12:00 pm – Audition, studio 203
2:30 pm – Departmental Presentation with refreshments
3:30 pm – Campus tour
8:00 pm – Evening Performance (no performance on March 9, 2012)

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

 

Deadlines: February 1, fall entry only.

 

Review Dates: February 4 – February 29

Essay/Statement: Same as Personal Statement

Portfolio Requirement: 20-30 submissions

Image/Video Format: PDF on CD, or in JPEG format online at http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/, (Quicktime or Flash) inc. year, client, or class for which work was done, and type of project.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Interview: Required (may be via telephone)

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Notification of acceptance: March 3; Financial Assistance: Limited number of Graduate Teaching Assistantships, awarded on merit with all applicants considered. Criteria include quality of application, design experience, perceived abilities to contribute to the department’s goals in education and research.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

There are no additional requirements for Fashion Merchandising applicants.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: February 1, fall entry only.

Essay/Statement: 3-5 page (minimum) sample of academic writing

Portfolio Requirement: This portfolio should contain 15 images that demonstrate art and design skills if applicable.

Image/Video Format: Upload to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Interview: Recommended

Test Score: TOEFL (600 paper/2500 computer/100 internet)

Campus Visits: Recommended

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: In addition to the Graduate School requirements for admission students who already have art-related degrees should submit a portfolio with a minimum of 15 design projects that exemplify awareness, understanding, and competency in creative design, graphic skills, and technical ability. Laptop required for admission.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins January 15

Essay/Statement: Same as Personal Statement

Portfolio Requirement: Please submit 12-20 images/videos of representative work.

Image/Video Format: You may submit still images (digital or slides), DVDs, VHS tapes, or CD-ROM. Mac or PC compatible, Mac preferred. For Video/Animation work: Reels should be no more than 10 minutes long. Test all DVDs to be sure that they play on a standard commercial DVD player. Sound work: Submit a CD-ROM of work that in total is no more than 10 minutes long. Still Images: Digital images must be JPEGs, at least 150dpi. Compatible on Mac and PC. Print your name directly on slides. Please do not use labels.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Two official transcripts from each college or university previously attended. SASE for return of portfolio.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Audition/Interview:

Music applicants are required to audition for the Department of Music faculty. Applicants should prepare two compositions or movements in contrasting styles from the standard repertoire for their instrument. The combined pieces should total no more than 10 minutes in length. Applicants must bring original sheet music to their audition. Sight reading, a short music theory test, a keyboard skills assessment and an interview will also be part of the audition.

2011 Music audition dates:

Jan. 28, 2012, 8 am (Audition registration deadline January 20)
Feb. 18, 2012, 8 am (Audition registration deadline February 10)
Feb. 20, 2012, 8 am (Audition registration deadline February 10)

Vocal auditions:

Vocal auditions: Excerpts from choral selections, rock, jazz and popular songs as well as a cappella auditions are not acceptable. If you would like VCU to provide an accompanist, send a copy of your music at least two weeks before the audition date to the VCU Department of Music, P.O. Box 842004, Richmond, VA 23284-2004. Prerecorded accompaniment is not permitted.

Jazz studies auditions:

Audition pieces may be played solo or with accompaniment provided by a VCU faculty member or play along CD. For jazz drum set auditions, students are required to bring their own cymbals, hi-hat clutch, sticks and brushes, and will be asked to perform various jazz grooves (swing, bossa nova, Afro-Cuban, etc.) rather than perform any prepared pieces.

DVD audition required for Jazz Guitar and Jazz Drum set:

All applicants that would like to audition for the Jazz Guitar and Jazz Drum set studio must submit a DVD audition. If you pass the DVD audition you will be invited to campus for a live audition and interview. Click here for the DVD audition guidelines.

Audition Request Form http://www.vcu.edu/arts/music/dept/prospective/audition/request.html

Music Theory Placement http://www.vcu.edu/arts/music/dept/prospective/audition/theory.html

Audition Tips By Instrument http://www.vcu.edu/arts/music/dept/prospective/audition/tips/index.html

Music Education – MM (Master of Music)

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

 

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins January 15

Essay/Statement: Artist Statement

Portfolio requirement: Portfolio should include 20 images of representative work. Present work chronologically with newest work first and oldest work last. You may submit still and / or moving images. All portfolio images must be submitted as digital files via the online upload process.

Image/Video Format: Upload 20 images to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image. Images are reviewed one at a time. Video Format: Quicktime (.mov); Video Maximum Size: 200 MB maximum each. Each video clip counts as a single image. Total time for all moving images cannot exceed 3 minutes. Additional information: When uploading your images online, use the fields available via the upload function to provide additional information about the work (media, dimensions, any other pertinent information that will assist the jury in understanding the work).

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Interview: Applicants selected by the jury as finalists will be interviewed by members of the faculty in February

Campus Visits: see Department of Painting + Printmaking website for list of scheduled information sessions.

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

 

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins January 15

Essay/Statement: Artist Statement

Portfolio requirement: Portfolio should include 20 images of representative work. Present work chronologically with newest work first and oldest work last. You may submit still and / or moving images. All portfolio images must be submitted as digital files via the online upload process.

Image/Video Format: Upload 20 images to server in jpeg format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image. Images are reviewed one at a time. Video Format: Quicktime (.mov); Video Maximum Size: 200 MB maximum each. Each video clip counts as a single image. Total time for all moving images cannot exceed 3 minutes. Additional information: When uploading your images online, use the fields available via the upload function to provide additional information about the work (media, dimensions, any other pertinent information that will assist the jury in understanding the work).

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Interview: Applicants selected by the jury as finalists will be interviewed by members of the faculty in February

Campus Visits: see Department of Painting + Printmaking website for list of scheduled information sessions.

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins January 15

Essay/Statement: Write a three or four paragraph artist’s statement that directly places the work being reviewed within the context of contemporary art practice, art history, and critical theory.

Portfolio Requirement: Submit 20 still images; or a minimum of three recent films or videos for which the applicant has had primary responsibility in production; or a combination of still images and short video clips, not to exceed 20. Single media as well as mixed-media and multimedia works may be submitted.

Image/Video Format: DIGITAL FILES (Online or Mail CD/DVD): Image: Jpeg format only (Quality 12), maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size no larger than 2.0 MB per image. Video: All videos must be formatted in MPEG4 using the H.264 codec at 640×480 pixels with MP3 audio or 48k AIF. Limit the size of your video to 100 MB. Video files should be no longer than three minutes in length.

Applicant’s Website Link: A student may submit a website link in addition to the main portfolio for possible review. Please keep in mind that evaluation of the website is not guaranteed nor a substitute for submittal of the required portfolio.

Interview: The admissions process is highly selective and requires a personal interview on campus or by phone for those candidates who have been recommended as finalists for consideration of acceptance. During the personal interview, graduate faculty will determine if your interests, experience, and abilities would be best served by the Photography and Film M.F.A program. At the same time, an applicant will have an opportunity to ask questions in order to assess the program’s suitability in relation to personal artistic and educational goals.

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Acceptance decisions are made in early April.The graduate program requires 36 term hour credits in studio art at the undergraduate level with a minimum of nine term hour credits concentrating in photography or cinematography. However, applicants who do not meet these requirements will be considered. All applicants submit two copies of official transcripts from all higher education institutions previously attended.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Begins January 15

Essay/Statement: Write a three or four paragraph artist’s statement that directly places the work being reviewed within the context of contemporary art practice, art history, and critical theory.

Portfolio Requirement: Submit 20 still images; or a minimum of three recent films or videos for which the applicant has had primary responsibility in production; or a combination of still images and short video clips, not to exceed 20. Single media as well as mixed-media and multimedia works may be submitted.

Image/Video Format: DIGITAL FILES (Online or Mail CD/DVD): Image: Jpeg format only (Quality 12), maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size no larger than 2.0 MB per image. Video: All videos must be formatted in MPEG4 using the H.264 codec at 640×480 pixels with MP3 audio or 48k AIF. Limit the size of your video to 100 MB. Video files should be no longer than three minutes in length.

Applicant’s Website Link: A student may submit a website link in addition to the main portfolio for possible review. Please keep in mind that evaluation of the website is not guaranteed nor a substitute for submittal of the required portfolio.

Interview: The admissions process is highly selective and requires a personal interview on campus or by phone for those candidates who have been recommended as finalists for consideration of acceptance. During the personal interview, graduate faculty will determine if your interests, experience, and abilities would be best served by the Photography and Film M.F.A program. At the same time, an applicant will have an opportunity to ask questions in order to assess the program’s suitability in relation to personal artistic and educational goals.

Resume: Required

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Acceptance decisions are made in early April.The graduate program requires 36 term hour credits in studio art at the undergraduate level with a minimum of nine term hour credits concentrating in photography or cinematography. However, applicants who do not meet these requirements will be considered. All applicants submit two copies of official transcripts from all higher education institutions previously attended.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Students spend two semesters in Art Foundation prior to entering the following majors:

Art Education, Communication Arts, Craft/Material Studies, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Kinetic Imaging, Painting and Printmaking, Photography and Film, and Sculpture + Extended Media.

Art Foundation is the first-year program required of all visual art and design (BFA) students. The exciting first year provides an intellectually rigorous, studio-based experience in the fundamental issues of art and design. The program exposes students to a vast forum of ideas and concepts preparing them for a wide range of disciplines.

When applying, you may choose Art Foundation as your major OR your future intended major (one of the majors listed above). All visual art applications are reviewed by Art Foundation. If the review committee determines that you have completed the Art Foundation Program requirements, then your application will be reviewed by your major of interest.

Applications will be reviewed after ALL components, including the portfolio, have been received.

Portfolio:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas should you be accepted into VCUarts. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website. We cannot accept physical portfolios.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: January 15, fall entry only.

Review Dates: Late January

 

Undergraduate Preparation: Applicants must have earned an undergraduate bachelor’s degree. Visual Arts applicants should have completed a minimum of 36 semester hour credits in art, and 20 credits of sculpture or related course work at the undergraduate level.

Essay/Statement: Artist’s Statement (upload as PDF with your portfolio).

Portfolio Requirement: You may submit 20 still and/or moving images. Present your work chronologically with the newest work first and the oldest work last.

Image Format: Upload to server in JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF format, maximum dimensions of 1280 x 1024 pixels at 72 dpi; file size: no larger than 2.0 MB per image.

Video Format: Upload to server in MPG or AVI format, maximum dimensions of 200 MB each. Each video clip counts as a single image. Total time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Images are reviewed one at a time. Please upload your images with newest work first and the oldest work last. As you upload your images, also include the following information: number, title, date, size, materials (be specific) and any additional information to help us understand the image.

Documentation List: Complete list of image information (sample). Upload as PDF with your portfolio.

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Campus Visits: Arranged via Department, see this link for tour dates

Resume: Required (upload as PDF with your portfolio).

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

To submit your portfolio, go to http://app.art.vcu.edu/portfolio/. You will be guided through setting up an account for portfolio submission.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

Audition / Interview:

All Theatre VCU applicants, including Performance, Design/Technology, Stage Management, will be interviewed by one or more faculty members. The purpose of the interview is to allow faculty members to get to know more about the applicant’s interests, commitment and communication skills. This interview is an important part of the application process. Applicants should be prepared to discuss their recent theatre activities, career goals, as well as personal goals and experiences.

Once all application materials have been received, you will receive an email with a link to request an audition/interview. Once your audition/interview has been scheduled you will receive another email confirming your requested date. If you do not receive confirmation, please contact the Theatre Department at 804-828-1514.

Audition/Interview Dates:

December 3, 2010 (12-6 pm) *students must apply by November 5, 2010 for December auditions/interviews
February 11, 2011 (12-6 pm)
February 18, 2011 (12-6 pm)
February 25, 2011 (12-6 pm) – Design interviews only, Performance auditions are full
February 26, 2011 (9-1 pm), (1-5 pm)

Performance Auditions:

Prepare two contrasting (one comedic and one dramatic) one-minute monologues from published play scripts. Choose something in an appropriate age range that does not contain a dialect. Secure assistance in the preparation of audition materials.

Be sure to bring a resume and headshot to the audition. Introduce the audition pieces by only the play’s author, title and the character’s name (background on the scene or plot is not necessary). Maintain a positive attitude, dress professionally yet comfortably and, most importantly – have fun!

We find that the following playwrights are generally overdone or are more difficult for high school seniors to deliver successfully: Mamet, O’Neill, Pinter, Shakespeare, Shepard and Williams.

Portfolio requirements for Stage Management:

Stage management applicants are required to submit a production prompt book. If an applicant does not have a prompt book or desires to send additional information, then the applicant should submit a portfolio online. The portfolio should consist of (12-16 images) of theatrical work (paperwork, show designs, etc). Your portfolio must be submitted online through our website (click link below).

Portfolio Requirements for Costume Design, Lighting Design and Scene Design:

Submit 12 to 16 works of art that you have created within the past two years that show your promise in visual art and design. Present your strongest work and demonstrate your potential to develop a diverse set of skills and ideas. We prefer to see a diverse range of 2D and 3D media. Drawing from observation is recommended, while copying anime, cartoons, graffiti or tattoos is discouraged.

Images maybe submitted in the following formats: JPG, PNG, GIF, TIFF

Videos maybe submitted in the following formats: MPG or AVI. All videos must be less than 3 minutes. The total maximum time for all moving images cannot exceed 5 minutes.

Portfolios for technical / design tracks must be submitted online through our website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: February 15

Review Dates: Begins February 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose Required

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Audition Type & Procedure: required for Performance Pedagogy students

Interview: Required

Resume: Required. Send to arts@vcu.edu (pdf file only please).

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Send your writing sample (pdf file only please) to arts@vcu.edu. The writing sample is usually an undergraduate research paper.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: February 15

Review Dates: Begins February 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose Required

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Interview: Required

Resume: Required. Send to arts@vcu.edu (pdf file only please).

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Send your writing sample (pdf file only please) to arts@vcu.edu. The writing sample is usually an undergraduate research paper.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.

International applicants should apply one month before the following deadlines to ensure that application materials are received by the deadline.

Deadlines: February 15

Review Dates: Begins February 15

Essay/Statement: Statement of Purpose Required

Applicant’s Website Link: If available

Audition Type & Procedure: required for Performance Pedagogy students

Interview: Required

Campus Visits: See Audition and Interview

Resume: Required. Send to arts@vcu.edu (pdf file only please).

Letters of Reference: Submit 3 electronic letters of recommendation from professional associates such as instructors, supervisors, or colleagues who can comment on the applicant’s ability to succeed in a research-based Master’s program. Personal references from friends or family members will not be considered and will be discarded. References must be submitted electronically through the Online Reference Form here:http://app.art.vcu.edu/reference.

Other: Send your writing sample (pdf file only please) to arts@vcu.edu. The writing sample is usually an undergraduate research paper.

Please contact Susan Hricik by e-mail with any procedural questions.

E-mail: sehricik@vcu.edu

Click here to explore the department’s website.