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How to Apply

Applications to the Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance, & Performance Studies must be completed online. You can find further information on the requirements and links to the online application form on the Faculty of Graduate Studies site under  Graduate Admissions.

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Late domestic applications for the MA & PhD programs in Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies will be considered, but please note that the Graduate Executive Committee will begin reviewing files immediately after the January 15th deadline.

  • To apply for graduate studies at York University, you must complete the Application for Graduate Admission including payment of the $140 (Canadian) application fee. The application fee is non-refundable and is payable via Visa or MasterCard.
  • At the time of application, you may submit scanned copies of your transcripts. If you are accepted, it will be under the condition that you submit official transcripts. Transcripts must be in sealed envelopes from the issuing institutions, and should be sent directly to the Office of Graduate Admissions:

by mail:

York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
P.O. Box GA2300
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3

by courier:

York University
Office of Graduate Admissions
W322 Bennett Centre for Student Services
99 Ian MacDonald Blvd
Toronto, ON
Canada M3J 1P3

Seventy-two (72) business hours after you have submitted your application for graduate admission, you will receive an e-mail providing you with access to MyFile, where you can upload your supporting documentation. If you do not receive this e-mail, please contact gradthea@yorku.ca for assistance.

Via MyFile you can upload the following required supporting documentation:

  • Statement of Interest (2-3 pages): Clearly articulate your research interests in theatre, Dance, and performance studies. Your statement should outline your background in theatre, dance, and/or performance studies; your reasons for wanting to pursue an advanced degree; and how you intend to fulfill the degree requirements. For PhD students, please include a description of your proposed dissertation project, identifying the faculty who might supervise you.
    • Please be advised that while a Statement of Interest is required for your application, securing a faculty supervisor is not necessary at the time of applying.
  • Curriculum Vitae outlining your work experience, performance experience, academic background, publications, awards, etc.
  • Writing sample of no more than 25 pages. This includes an academic essay, thesis chapter, or other piece of academic writing. Please avoid submitting creative writing samples or syllabi. 
  • Contact information for three references. Entering your contact information will generate an electronic form that will be emailed to your referees for completion. Please note that the link will expire after two weeks. If you need the link to be resent, contact gradthea@yorku.ca. 

*Note: All decisions will be communicated via email. You can view the status of your application via MyFile.  

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Note for International Applicants: There are currently no funded positions. Should you still wish to apply, you will be considered for a non-funded position during the duration of the program.

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The Graduate Program in Theatre, Dance, & Performance Studies at York is an exciting environment to pursue innovative, socially engaging, career-ready education. Contact our Graduate Program Assistant to learn more.

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