Language Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor's degree (BFA, BA) from an accredited college or university with a concentration in visual arts. Especially well-qualified candidates from other disciplines or degree programs who have exceptionally strong portfolios may be considered.
Applicants must submit a portfolio documenting their creative work. The portfolio should represent 15 to 20 works, the majority should represent the chosen field of study. The portfolio should consist of 20 images and an accompanying list that identifies the image, the size of the work and media used.
Applicants must have a minimum GPR of 3.0 in the last 60 major credit hours of undergraduate work.
Applicants will provide an unofficial transcript to the Graduate School.
Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation from professors, practicing artists or professional acquaintances that are familiar with the applicant's work and development in the visual arts.
Applicants should submit a 1-2 page artist statement that provides insight into the development of the work completed to date. The statement should address ideas and concepts relative to form and content.
Applicants must also submit a Personal statement of intent regarding their interest in pursuing the MFA degree.
Applicants should additionally provide a current resume/CV in the application materials.
TOEFL Internet-Based Test - 80 or higher
IELFTS - 6.5 or higher (minimum 6.0 in each sub score)