Baltimore,
MD,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Curatorial Practice 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
24 months
As the nation's first M.F.A. program of its kind, MICA's Curatorial Practice M.F.A. equips students to redefine curatorial roles by developing innovative approaches to exhibitions, institutional development, and art-driven social change.
This hands-on program combines collaborative, socially conscious projects with rigorous historical and theoretical study. Through both group and solo exhibition projects, students foster dialogue, connect diverse communities, and spark interdisciplinary conversations that extend beyond traditional art spaces.
During this intensive two-year, 60-credit program, participants immerse themselves in exhibition development while shaping their professional identity and acquiring the practical skills of working curators.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Candidates for this degree will be expected to pursue a curatorial practice that emphasizes the creation of transformative exhibitions and a purposeful synergy between artist and audience They will examine their own practice as an artistic social and critical pursuit
Applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA might also consider the Community Arts MFA program which focuses on communitybased arts programs and development
Curriculum VitaeResume
MFA in Curatorial Practice Written Requirements
Statement of Preparation and Intent In 800-1200 words applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA should write a statement describing their preparation goals aspirations and objectives for their studies in the program Explain ways in which your experiences inform your interest in developing relevant timely and accessible exhibitions that connect art artists and communities For example how have your studies your artistic influences or your status as a member of a certain community informed and influenced your goals and ideals And or how do you think exhibitions can speak to communities that might not have much previous experience with art or exhibitions This essay should document your preparation for and or collaborative experiences with curatorial practice and audience engagement State how previous experiences as a student curator organizer artist designer writer teacher or mentor have prepared you for advanced graduate study Include reflections assessment and ways in which lessons you have learned from the outcomes of your work might be applied in the field
Two 2 Letters of Reference
Proof of Degree or Equivalent
Digital transcripts from the last degree granting institution can be uploaded to Slide Room Official transcripts are not required for the initial review process however the Graduate Review Committee may request additional or official documentation before decision notification
MFA in Curatorial Practice Portfolio Requirement
Applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA should submit 10-15 digital images or time based media for review The portfolio may include curatorial projects studio practice and or community based work You may want to include documentation of any curatorial design organizing teaching written work or community work a vision for future projects or proposals for future projects Include and describe images that demonstrate your interest in Curatorial Practice For example applicants with an art or design background may want to include evidence of their contributions to exhibitions community projects and discussions or the artwork of their students in addition to their own work Be sure to clearly label each image
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. Candidates may submit their scores digitally or in hardcopy. MICA's institution code is 5399.
IELTS A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System IELTS is required to be considered for admission IELTS scores may be submitted digitally or in hardcopy MICAs institution code is 5399
Applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA might also consider the Community Arts MFA program which focuses on communitybased arts programs and development
Curriculum VitaeResume
MFA in Curatorial Practice Written Requirements
Statement of Preparation and Intent In 800-1200 words applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA should write a statement describing their preparation goals aspirations and objectives for their studies in the program Explain ways in which your experiences inform your interest in developing relevant timely and accessible exhibitions that connect art artists and communities For example how have your studies your artistic influences or your status as a member of a certain community informed and influenced your goals and ideals And or how do you think exhibitions can speak to communities that might not have much previous experience with art or exhibitions This essay should document your preparation for and or collaborative experiences with curatorial practice and audience engagement State how previous experiences as a student curator organizer artist designer writer teacher or mentor have prepared you for advanced graduate study Include reflections assessment and ways in which lessons you have learned from the outcomes of your work might be applied in the field
Two 2 Letters of Reference
Proof of Degree or Equivalent
Digital transcripts from the last degree granting institution can be uploaded to Slide Room Official transcripts are not required for the initial review process however the Graduate Review Committee may request additional or official documentation before decision notification
MFA in Curatorial Practice Portfolio Requirement
Applicants to the Curatorial Practice MFA should submit 10-15 digital images or time based media for review The portfolio may include curatorial projects studio practice and or community based work You may want to include documentation of any curatorial design organizing teaching written work or community work a vision for future projects or proposals for future projects Include and describe images that demonstrate your interest in Curatorial Practice For example applicants with an art or design background may want to include evidence of their contributions to exhibitions community projects and discussions or the artwork of their students in addition to their own work Be sure to clearly label each image
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. Candidates may submit their scores digitally or in hardcopy. MICA's institution code is 5399.
IELTS A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System IELTS is required to be considered for admission IELTS scores may be submitted digitally or in hardcopy MICAs institution code is 5399
Tuition
USD
54,750