Art, MFA

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Overview

Shape your creative future

You are ready to reach the highest level of mastery in the visual arts. The Master of Fine Arts in studio art provides the perfect environment to refine your technical skills and develop a unique, professional voice.

Join the artistic elite

Earning your MFA confirms your status as a leader in your field. Come spend your time working alongside expert faculty, using cutting-edge facilities, and preparing for a successful career in professional media, the arts or academia.

Select your concentration

You will select one concentration from our list of studio art programs to anchor your studies. Each path allows you to work closely with expert faculty members who are dedicated to your artistic growth.

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Requirements

This is an accredited program.
View SFA's accreditations.

Is this program face-to-face?
Yes.

How long does it take?
60 semester credit hours.

Is there a capstone?
Yes, a thesis and public presentation of work.

Part of the Micky Elliott College of Fine Arts.

Apply to the studio art master's programs

To be eligible for consideration into a master's program in the School of Arts, you must:

meet SFA's graduate school requirements.
and achieve a 2.5 GPA overall and 3.0 GPA in the major for clear admission.

Ready? Complete the graduate school application and send the following items directly to the School of Art:

Your Portfolio: A collection of 20 art pieces, provided either via an online link or on a USB drive.
Career Goals: A written statement explaining your professional objectives.
Recommendations: Three completed recommendation forms.