Admission to graduate study is contingent upon general requirements of Hunter College and upon approval by a departmental committee. Where general scholarship is superior, but the applicant did not major in the field, or preparation in French and Francophone studies is deemed to be insufficient, an examination and/or enrollment in specified undergraduate courses will be required. Before matriculation, applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of specialization.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree
- Minimum undergraduate grade point average of 3.0
- At least 18 credits of upper-level undergraduate courses in French Studies
- Two letters of Recommendation
- A statement of purpose
- Proof of proficiency in French
Applying
The online application will guide you through a straight forward process including:
- Completion of the core application form
- Uploading of your statement of purpose and scanned unofficial transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.
- Completion of program-specific supplemental forms
- Submission of letters of recommendation, by the recommenders, via our Online Recommendation System only.
- Application fee (waivers are available in certain situations)
In addition to these requirements, applicants will be required to demonstrate proficiency in French.
Important Deadlines
MA IN FRENCH LITERATURE
Fall Start: April 1
Spring Start: November 1
MA IN ADOLESCENT FRENCH
Fall Start: March 15 (Priority Deadline) & April 15 (Extended Deadline)
Spring Start: October 15 (Priority Deadline) & November 1 (Extended Deadline)
For specific admission requirements for the MA in Adolescent French, please click here.
*international students have earlier deadlines (9/15 and 2/1)
