Baltimore,
MD,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Social Design in Baltimore United States | Maryland Institute College of Art
Maryland Institute College of Art
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Baltimore United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
54,750
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Enhancing the creative community's understanding of social and design concepts while creating innovative career opportunities.
As the inaugural accredited program in this field, MICA's MA in Social Design is a rigorous, hands-on graduate curriculum that equips visionary professionals with strategies to promote fairness and societal progress, cultivating trailblazers in the discipline.
This one-year, cross-disciplinary M.A. program at MICA examines designers' societal roles and ethical obligations. The 30-credit curriculum combines theoretical discussions, practical workshops, specialized electives, and immersive learning experiences that extend beyond campus boundaries.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Students in the M.A. in Social Design believe that design can create positive change in the world, possess a professional level of design skills and knowledge, are prepared for an immersive, hands-on experience and are able to work collaboratively with different disciplines, knowledge bases, and points of view.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Applicants should submit a written statement discussing their artwork and outlining their interest in graduate study. The statement should also specifically discuss experiences that led them to want to be part of MICA's M.A. in Social Design program. Please limit to 500 words.
Two (2) Letters of Reference
Digital transcripts from the last degree-granting institution can be uploaded to SlideRoom.
International candidates whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English.
TOEFL: A minimum overall band score of 75 on the iBT Test of English Language as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required to be considered for admission.
IELTS: A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required to be considered for admission.
Curriculum Vitae/Resume
Applicants should submit a written statement discussing their artwork and outlining their interest in graduate study. The statement should also specifically discuss experiences that led them to want to be part of MICA's M.A. in Social Design program. Please limit to 500 words.
Two (2) Letters of Reference
Digital transcripts from the last degree-granting institution can be uploaded to SlideRoom.
International candidates whose primary language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in both written and spoken English.
TOEFL: A minimum overall band score of 75 on the iBT Test of English Language as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required to be considered for admission.
IELTS: A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required to be considered for admission.
Tuition
USD
54,750