- Does the Arts Management program in the DPA support
study in visual arts?
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The arts
management program focuses across all arts discipliens,
including the visual arts. Typically an incoming class consists
of 20-30 percent visual arts students. The opening of the
Katzen Arts Center in 2005 and its 30,000 square-foot gallery
space will offer even more opportunities for those interested
in visual arts. With this individually-designed curriculum,
visual arts students may take electives and rotating topic
courses in museum management, art history, etc. |
- Is the GRE required for admittance into the MA
Arts Management program?
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Yes, the GRE is required
as of Fall 2004, however, there is no minimum score
required; the DPA simply must have a score on file.
Individuals with 8 years or greater professional experience
may request to have the GRE requirement waived.
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- Does the DPA offer financial aid to graduate students?
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The DPA offers a limited
number of competitive fellowships for areas, including
graduate recruitment, dance facilities manager, and teaching.
Students interested in being
considered for fellowships
must submit a complete application no later than February
1 and include his or her request for consideration in
the personal statement. Students are encouraged
to pursue other areas of financial aid, including outside
scholarships, federal loans, etc.
Please visit the College of Arts and Sciencse admissions
website for more financial aid information.
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- What will the Katzen Arts Center mean for the
Arts Management program?
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This is a very exciting
time for the arts management program, and the entire department.
The Katzen Arts Center will have a brand new arts management
resource room with texts, journals, books, and computers
that students can use on site.
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- What types of performace opportunities are available
on campus?
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Arts management students
may participate in any of the DPA or university ensembles
and performances. One credit per semester for a maximum
of 3 credits may be applied to his/her academic program.
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- What is the arts management program's involvement
with national and international organizations?
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The arts management program
maintains academic and professional relationships with many
national and regional institutions, including the Cultural
Alliance of Greater Washington, Dance USA, Opera America,
American Association of Museums, Theatre Communications
Group, Americans for the Arts, the National Endowment for
the Arts, National Communication Association, Association
for Arts Administration Educators, and numerous regional
museums and performing arts institutions.
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- What are comprehensive exams?
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Comprehensive exams are
a required component of the graduate programs in the DPA.
The four-hour exam consists of three questions - 1 two-hour
question and 2 one-hour questions. Each student selects
two topic areas in addition to the general question. Click
here to download the comp. exam packet.
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- What is the difference between thesis, directed
research, and master's portfolio?
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As a capstone project,
students must register for 6 credits of Master's Thesis
PERF-797, Directed Research PERF-793, or Master's Portfolio
PERF-792. The Master's Thesis is a traditional research-based
academic exercise designed for those interested in pursuing
a PhD or work in a research field. The Directed Research
project involves research with practical analysis or application,
for example a case study or marketing plan. The Master's
Portfolio involves an additional 200 hours of internship
and the development of a creative professional portfolio.
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- Where can I get more information on area internships?
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Visit the graduate
programs internship page for information on arts management
and dance specific internship opporunities in the DC area.
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- What is a Graduate Certificate in Arts Management?
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The graduate ceritficate in arts management
is a recognized form of continuing education. Students gain
knowledge and experience in non-profit arts management,
including fundraising, marketing and public relations, and
Board of Director interactions through 15 credit hours of
coursework. View Programs of
Study for more information.
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- What is the average number of applications that
you receive for the Arts Management program and what
number are you looking to admit each year
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80+ applications are received
each year. A maximum of 18 MA students and 4 certificate
students are admitted each year. |
- How much weight is placed on the previous and/or
current professional experience in the Arts?
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Each student application is reviewed
individually, so no specific weight is placed on professional
experience. Applications are evaluated in a holistic manner. |
