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    Scandinavian Studies (MA)

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    Basic Information

    Degree Information

    Degree Offered: MASTER OF ARTS (SCANDINAVIAN LANG & LIT)
    CIP Code: 16.0502
    Campus: Seattle

    Admission Requirements and Contact Information


    Graduate program accepts applications for Fall Quarter each year. Admission decisions are made by March 15th.

    Contact Information

    Graduate Program Coordinator
    Program Website
    +1 206-543-0645
    uwscand@u.washington.edu

    Requirements and Prerequisites
    Advanced proficiency in at least one modern Scandinavian language is a PREREQUISITE for admission to the Masters Program.
    GRE Requirements
    GRE Requirement: To be determined.


    Additional Instructions
    None

    Non-Native English Speaker Information
    Graduate School requirement: English language proficiency (ELP) is required for graduate study at the University of Washington. Therefore, every applicant whose native language is not English must demonstrate English language proficiency as outlined in Graduate School Policy 3.2.

    Program requirement: Minimum TOEFL: 500, Minimum TOEFLC: 173.

    International Student Information
    Applicants who will need a visa should reference the International Applicant Information page. If admitted to the program, international students requesting an F-1 or J-1 visa will be required to provide financial ability documentation to the UW Graduate School.

    International applicants may be eligible for TA or RA-ships offered by the Department.

    Department admits qualified degree-seeking international students, as well as visiting international students. International applicants must have the equivalent of a Bachelors Degree from their home institution.

    Program Deadlines


    Autumn 2025 - Domestic:
    Open Date: 11/01/2024
    Deadline Date:

    Autumn 2025 - International:
    Open Date: 11/01/2024
    Deadline Date:

    Application Materials


    3 Recommendation(s)Statement of Purpose