East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Theatre- Design in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
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East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
34,070
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Master of Fine Arts candidates specializing in Design, with focuses on scenery, costumes, lighting, sound, or integrated media, benefit from customized instruction within a comprehensive theatrical environment. The curriculum encompasses design theory and history alongside a thoughtfully structured practical training program, developed with professional oversight to align with each student's career aspirations. Intimate class sizes ensure extensive individual feedback on projects and assignments, while the university setting broadens access to interdisciplinary resources. Students can explore subjects ranging from art history and literature to music, interior design, textiles, communications, digital media, and technology. The Department's specialized facilities—including a digital design lab, lighting lab, and audio/visual studio—offer industry-standard software for mastering prevalent professional techniques.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. Bachelor Degree is required for Admission. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
When applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program in theatre, applicants must select a concentration in either acting or design. The audition and interview procedures for each concentration are as follows:
Acting: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in acting must audition for selected faculty at nationally designated venues in Chicago or New York City or on the Michigan State University campus. Students should contact the Head of Acting to schedule an on-campus audition. The acting curriculum is sequential and admissions occur every three years.
Design: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in design must present their design portfolios for review and be interviewed by the design faculty. Students should contact the Head of Design for an appointment.
When applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program in theatre, applicants must select a concentration in either acting or design. The audition and interview procedures for each concentration are as follows:
Acting: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in acting must audition for selected faculty at nationally designated venues in Chicago or New York City or on the Michigan State University campus. Students should contact the Head of Acting to schedule an on-campus audition. The acting curriculum is sequential and admissions occur every three years.
Design: Students applying for admission to the Master of Fine Arts degree program with a concentration in design must present their design portfolios for review and be interviewed by the design faculty. Students should contact the Head of Design for an appointment.
Tuition
USD
34,070