Baltimore,
MD,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Painting in Baltimore United States | Maryland Institute College of Art
Maryland Institute College of Art
|
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
MICA's Painting Department ranks among the nation's top programs, offering students exceptional opportunities and increased recognition for their work.
The Painting program at MICA uniquely blends tradition with innovation. Students develop robust painting and drawing techniques while experimenting with diverse forms—from representational to abstract, spanning two and three dimensions. The curriculum fosters individual creativity and bold artistic exploration. Graduates regularly gain admission to prestigious fine arts graduate programs, including those at MICA, Yale, Columbia, ISD, and Cranbrook Academy.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Curriculum VitaeResume
MFA LeRoy E Hoffberger Written Requirements
Applicants are asked to submit a written statement 500-700 words The statement should address your artistic development along with the questions that are most important for your work now why you are applying for graduate study and where you see yourself in 7 years
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
Portfolio of Artwork
Applicants should submit 18-20 digital images for review online via mica.slideroom.com Slide Room allows applicants to create an inventory of pieces and attach the following information title date medium dimensions and notes Make sure all this information is included with each image Applicants are encouraged to use the notes field to include additional information about pieces that cannot be seen in the image Please limit notes to 30 words
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
MFA LeRoy E Hoffberger Written Requirements
Applicants are asked to submit a written statement 500-700 words The statement should address your artistic development along with the questions that are most important for your work now why you are applying for graduate study and where you see yourself in 7 years
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
Portfolio of Artwork
Applicants should submit 18-20 digital images for review online via mica.slideroom.com Slide Room allows applicants to create an inventory of pieces and attach the following information title date medium dimensions and notes Make sure all this information is included with each image Applicants are encouraged to use the notes field to include additional information about pieces that cannot be seen in the image Please limit notes to 30 words
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