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Graduate Admissions FAQ

Get answers to your questions about applying for a Stamps graduate degree program here. If your question isn't answered, If your question isn't answered here, let us know.

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Graduate Admissions

  • Are application fee waivers available?

    Applicants who cannot afford the fee for any reason are encouraged to review the information on the Rackham Graduate School's website to see if you are eligible for a fee waiver from the Graduate School.

    If you do not meet the eligibility criteria for a fee waiver from the Rackham Graduate School, please let us know that and request a fee waiver from Stamps by completing this form.

    Stamps has a limited number of fee waivers available each admissions cycle. We will collect requests for fee waivers up until December 1, when we will start assigning the waivers. If waivers remain after the initial assignment, we will continue to assign them on a rolling basis until the application deadline.

  • How can I check the status of my application materials?

    As long as you submit your application by the deadline, Rackham will continue to process supplemental application materials (transcripts, recommendation letters, language test scores).

    The best way to check if your materials have been matched to your application is to log into Wolverine Access, select the “Students” tab, then click on the “New & Prospective Business” link. Due to the high volume of documents received by Rackham, allow 10 business days for processing.

    You can confirm the receipt of the following via Wolverine Access:

    • test scores

    • transcripts from institutions that awarded a Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, and/or Doctoral degree

    • letters of recommendation can be tracked through the online application system, ApplyWeb Account, activity page, or in your Wolverine Access account

    Documents that will not be confirmed in Wolverine Access are:

    • application PDF forms

    • written responses (statement of purpose, creative statements)

    • résumé / CV

    • SlideRoom portfolio

    • transcripts for community or junior college, non-degree study, and/or study abroad coursework

  • Will application materials be processed after the deadline?

    As long as you submit your application by the deadline, Rackham will continue to process application materials (transcripts, recommendation letters, language test scores) after the deadline.

  • If English is not my first language, is a proficiency test required?

    Yes. The University accepts scores from the following organizations: TOEFL, MELAB, IELTS and ECPE. Duolingo scores are not accepted. If you are an international student who has completed an accredited undergraduate degree in the United States, you are not required to show proof of English language proficiency. Rackham provides detailed information about language tests on their website.

  • Can I visit the campus?

    All admitted students will receive an invitation to visit campus in March. If you are planning your own trip to Ann Arbor in advance of this, you can access the Art and Architecture Building and the Duderstadt Center (two of the three main facilities at Stamps) during the hours that they are open to the public.

  • Is the GRE required?

    No. The Stamps School of Art and Design does not consider GRE scores when making admissions decisions.

  • What if I have additional questions?

    Request information and learn about information sessions for our MDes and MFA programs. Email [email protected] if your question is not answered on this page.

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