We hope you will consider applying to our program. We offer an MA degree specializing in one of the following three fields:

(1) Literature, (2) Philology, (3) Area Studies

In addition to the general requirements, there are special course requirements for degree candidates in each of the areas of specialization. Undergraduate work may count in fulfillment of these requirements (and the requirements can sometimes be adjusted to take into consideration the preparation and needs of individual students).

Applicants for admission to this program are expected to have preparation equivalent to an undergraduate major in Scandinavian Studies at UW-Madison and must either have taken three years of a Scandinavian language or must demonstrate (by examination) equivalent competence in one Scandinavian language (or Finnish).. A GPA of 3.25 is required for admission; students with a GPA of 3.0 or above may be considered for admission on probation. Students should make regular appointments with the graduate student advisor for regular progress advice. Currently the graduate student adviser is Tanya Thresher, whose email is thresher@wisc.edu and can be found at 1370 Van Hise 262-2220.

Materials to be sent to the Graduate school include:

Graduate School on-line application
a $45 application fee.

Also see the Graduate School home page for more information on applying or Admission Requirements and The Graduate School Check List sites. International students should check the International Applicant Financial Information site.

Materials to be sent to the Department include:

two copies of your official transcript
three letters of recommendation
GRE (North American Students Only)
TOEFL or MELAB (Non-Native English Students only)
TA/Fellowship Application