Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MFA in Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,017
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM program at Tyler School of Art and Architecture, awarded STEM designation, is a 60-credit, two-year graduate program culminating in an MFA degree. As a pioneer in this discipline, it provides cutting-edge technology, comprehensive resources, and individualized guidance to help students build outstanding portfolios and launch successful careers.
MFA candidates benefit from Tyler's advanced facilities, distinguished faculty, frequent guest artists, research/travel funding, the assets of a major research university, and a collaborative artistic community. Students leverage faculty connections, alumni networks, and Philadelphia's thriving arts scene—rich with craft heritage—to advance their creative work and professional endeavors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Letters of recommendation should be obtained from college/university faculty members, gallery directors and/or curators familiar with the applicant's academic and artistic competence. The letters should be submitted with the application at https://apply.temple.edu/Tyler/, along with the statement of goals and resume.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration: 40 undergraduate studio credits and 12 art history credits are required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree and a portfolio specific to Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM are required. Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, whether or not a degree was awarded, must be sent to the Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Graduate Admissions Office, 2001 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6016.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, share your interest in Tyler's program, research goals, future career goals, and academic and artistic achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
PTE Academic: 53
Portfolio: As a Master of Fine Arts applicant, you must submit a portfolio that consists of 20 images representative of the immediate direction of your work. Portfolios are to be uploaded at https://temple.slideroom.com, as instructed at the website. SlideRoom requires an additional fee for this service. Original work, slides, CD-ROMs, catalogs, photographs, books and/or binders are not acceptable substitutes for the SlideRoom portfolio and will not be reviewed or returned.
Resume: Current resume required.
Coursework Required for Admission Consideration: 40 undergraduate studio credits and 12 art history credits are required.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A baccalaureate degree and a portfolio specific to Metals/Jewelry/CAD-CAM are required. Official transcripts from all universities/colleges attended, whether or not a degree was awarded, must be sent to the Tyler School of Art and Architecture, Graduate Admissions Office, 2001 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122-6016.
Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 to 1,000 words, share your interest in Tyler's program, research goals, future career goals, and academic and artistic achievements.
Standardized Test Scores:
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 79
IELTS Academic: 6.5
PTE Academic: 53
Portfolio: As a Master of Fine Arts applicant, you must submit a portfolio that consists of 20 images representative of the immediate direction of your work. Portfolios are to be uploaded at https://temple.slideroom.com, as instructed at the website. SlideRoom requires an additional fee for this service. Original work, slides, CD-ROMs, catalogs, photographs, books and/or binders are not acceptable substitutes for the SlideRoom portfolio and will not be reviewed or returned.
Resume: Current resume required.
Tuition
USD
30,017