MFA in Costume Design in Boston United States | Boston University

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in costume design program at Boston University College of Fine Arts helps emerging theatre professionals shape their artistic vision while honing their technical skills. Participants in BU's costume design MFA gain the foundation for a meaningful career as theatrical artists. Our program strengthens creative voice and collaborative abilities through practical, guided design work across diverse productions and academic coursework.

The curriculum combines intensive study with real-world design projects in various performance spaces and styles, plus partnerships with industry experts. Costume design students receive ongoing guidance from active professional faculty through weekly seminars, production mentorship during creative processes, and semester-end evaluations.

This degree program typically spans two years and mandates successful completion of at least 60 credits in consecutive terms.