Graduate Studies
Graduate Studies
In order to be considered for admission to a graduate program in World Languages and Cultures, all applicants must:
- Complete the Graduate School Application
- Pay the $60 application fee by credit card or electronic check
- Upload the following materials into the Graduate School Application:
- Unofficial transcripts of all prior Undergraduate and Graduate coursework and degree confirmations
- Two (2) Statements of Purpose (about 300 words; one in the target language and one in English)
- Two (2) Writing Samples (one in the target language and one in English)
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (at least two should be academic references)
NOTE: Do not submit transcripts by mail. This will delay the processing of your application.
Coordinator of French Graduate Studies
Dr. Brittany Murray
Assistant Professor, French Graduate Coordinator
704 McClung Tower
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN 37996
Interested in also becoming a Graduate TA?
Application deadlines for those applying for a GTAship are February 1 (for fall admission) and October 1 (for spring admission).
Non-Native English Speaking Applicant Requirements
Applicants whose native language is not English must:
- Submit official TOEFL scores directly from ETS to University of Tennessee (#1843)
OR - Submit official IELTS scores directly from IELTS administrator to Office of Graduate Admissions
