Admissions and Deadlines

How to Apply

Application for the PhD and MA Program in Medieval Studies is made through the Graduate School’s online portal.  The application deadline is Tuesday, January 2, 2024.  Fee waivers are available through the GSAS for applicants in certain circumstances: details and instructions can be found on their site. The deadline to apply for a fee waiver is also January 2: be advised that the process requires additional documentation.

Applications for Medieval Studies degrees require the submission of a writing sample.

  • For the PhD, 15-20 double-spaced pages;
  • For the MA, 10-20 double-spaced pages.

The Medieval Studies program does not accept the GRE exam.

Inquiries about applying to Medieval Studies degree programs may be addressed to:

Emily Thornbury,  Chair and DGS
Email: emily.thornbury@yale.edu

Julia DiVincenzo, Program Administrator
Email: julia.divincenzo@yale.edu