MA in Studio Art in Kent United States | Kent State University

The Master of Arts in Studio Art is designed for individuals with prior art or design education who seek to refine their expertise in a specialized studio area (such as textiles, sculpture, printmaking, painting, jewelry/metals/enameling, glass, drawing, or ceramics). This program enables students to create a professional portfolio for pursuing an M.F.A., advancing their current careers, or developing technical proficiency for industry applications.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, graduates will be able to:

Strengthen communication and presentation abilities through graduate seminars, critiques, and exposure to professional practices.
Gain heightened understanding of art and craft's historical and cultural foundations, fostering refined aesthetic evaluation skills.
Cultivate independent research methods, creative problem-solving, and self-reflection for developing cohesive artistic work.
Assemble a competitive portfolio to expand opportunities for advanced education or professional/entrepreneurial pursuits.