Fairfax,
VA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Artist in Fairfax United States | George Mason University
George Mason University
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Fairfax United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
35,677
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The College of Visual and Performing Arts (CVPA) is dedicated to fostering artistic exploration, production, presentation, and administration, grounded in the conviction that the arts profoundly shape both individuals and societies. By bridging academic rigor with professional practice, connecting campus life with broader communities, and honoring tradition while embracing innovation, CVPA aims to pioneer fresh artistic expressions, reach diverse audiences, and develop adaptable approaches for our evolving global landscape. The College is committed to making arts education accessible to all Mason students as an essential element of comprehensive liberal arts learning.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
An earned baccalaureate degree from a Mason-recognized accredited institution of higher education, or international equivalent, verified from copies of unofficial transcripts uploaded to the online application portal.
Copies of unofficial university transcripts from any earned degree uploaded to the online application portal from all universities attended.
All transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be translated into English, if applicable, and submitted for evaluation to the Mason Office of Admissions. Mason will provide evaluation service free of charge for all international transcripts, however, some programs may request an outside evaluation be completed.
A minimum 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale in baccalaureate study
College Transcripts
R'sum
Goals Statement: Statement that describes the applicant's intent for applying to your program of choice
Two Letters of Recommendation
Pre-Screening Materials submitted through Slide Room
In addition to fulfilling admission requirements for graduate study, applicants are expected to hold a baccalaureate degree in music or another discipline, with courses equaling the music requirements (minus the 7- to 8-credit teaching sequence) for the BA in music offered at Mason.
IELTS - 7.0 total band score, with a minimum of 6.5 in each subsection
TOEFL iBT - 88 points, minimum 20 in each section
Copies of unofficial university transcripts from any earned degree uploaded to the online application portal from all universities attended.
All transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be translated into English, if applicable, and submitted for evaluation to the Mason Office of Admissions. Mason will provide evaluation service free of charge for all international transcripts, however, some programs may request an outside evaluation be completed.
A minimum 3.00 GPA on a 4.00 scale in baccalaureate study
College Transcripts
R'sum
Goals Statement: Statement that describes the applicant's intent for applying to your program of choice
Two Letters of Recommendation
Pre-Screening Materials submitted through Slide Room
In addition to fulfilling admission requirements for graduate study, applicants are expected to hold a baccalaureate degree in music or another discipline, with courses equaling the music requirements (minus the 7- to 8-credit teaching sequence) for the BA in music offered at Mason.
IELTS - 7.0 total band score, with a minimum of 6.5 in each subsection
TOEFL iBT - 88 points, minimum 20 in each section
Tuition
USD
35,677