Key information Duration Full-time 48 months 4-5 years Start dates & application deadlines Starting August 2027 Apply before Dec 2026
Language English TOEFL iBT: 90 Credits 42 SCH Delivered On Campus Campus Location Charlottesville, United States Disciplines Architecture, Art History Overview Features PhD students at the University of Virginia gain a broad-based knowledge of the world's Art and Architectural History, solid fundamentals in a specialized field of study, and the skills needed to conduct original research. Programme Structure Curriculum: The PhD degree in Art and Architectural History requires 42 graded credits. Students who are admitted with an MA in art or architectural history may transfer 12 graded credits. Graded credits are typically completed through a combination of coursework and supervised research with the student's PhD advisor. Students are encouraged to take a wide range of Art and Architectural History PhD courses (ARAH in the course catalogue), and they may also take graduate courses in other departments that contribute to their PhD thesis formation. Admission requirements Academic requirements We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme. English requirements TOEFL iBT: 90 Other requirements General requirements Given the specialized and personal nature of PhD research, applicants are strongly encouraged to contact faculty members with whom they may wish to study. Letters of recommendation. Applicants should submit a sample of their written work. Students who have not completed a prior degree in English must take the TOEFL exam and score at least 90. Fees and funding Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International 48,761 AUD / year ≈ 34,302 USD / year Out-of-State 48,761 AUD / year ≈ 34,302 USD / year Domestic 29,113 AUD / year ≈ 20,480 USD / year Living costs Charlottesville, United States: 1,407-2,274 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
