472 Master's in Visual Arts in North America

The Low-Residency Master of Fine Arts (Low-Res MFA) from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago program is designed for the 21st-century artist whose work and life demands both a rigorous engagement with an artistic community as well as flexibility, fluidity, and a self-directed approach.

Creative Arts - Studio Arts (Motion Picture Arts) programme at The University of the West Indies is built on the study and appreciation of the arts and grounded in the skills required for teaching and learning in the arts and the management of arts and cultural industries.

The Master of Creative Arts - Arts Educator programme at The University of the West Indies is built on the study and appreciation of the arts and grounded in the skills required for teaching and learning in the arts and the management of arts and cultural industries. 

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Digital Production Arts (DPA) at Clemson University is a professional degree program aimed at producing technically savvy, artistically talented graduates who are sought after by the growing electronic arts industry.

The Department of Theatre offers the Theatre degree at University of Arkansas in six concentrations: Acting, Directing, Playwriting, Costume Design, Scene Design and Lighting Design. 

The Visual Communication Design program of Rochester Institute of Technology you'll shape interactive experiences by integrating graphic design, user experience design, design studies, motion graphics, and 3D digital design into your work.

The master level Animation and Visual Effects programme at Academy of Art University provides advanced training for aspiring digital artists. Delivered through a public study mode, this curriculum focuses on professional portfolio development. Students master industry-standard tools to prepare for high-level creative careers.

The Studio Art MFA at Eastern Michigan University is a full-time, 60-hour programme designed for professional creative development. This public study mode course focuses on experimentation and critical research over two years. Students produce original work and a thesis exhibition to contribute to the contemporary art field.

The Visual Arts program at California State University Northridge allows for development of individual professional skills to produce digital media content, and it also focuses on evaluation of media performance, using analytic and research techniques that culminate in a Thesis, Graduate Project or Comprehensive Examination.

The Multi-Age Visual Arts Licensure at The University of Akron is a comprehensive Master of Science programme. Designed for full-time study, this degree enables graduates to obtain teaching licensure for grades P-12. It is ideal for those holding a relevant undergraduate degree seeking professional certification in arts education.

The Art programme at the University of Lethbridge is a comprehensive Master of Arts degree delivered in person at the Lethbridge campus. This full-time course spans 24 months, focusing on advanced research through a combination of rigorous coursework and a final thesis to develop professional expertise in the field.

The M.F.A., Art-Visual Arts program at California State University Northridge allows for development of individual professional skills to produce digital media content, and it also focuses on evaluation of media performance, using analytic and research techniques that culminate in a Thesis, Graduate Project or Comprehensive Examination.

The Performance and Interactive Media Arts M.F.A. at The City University of New York is a multidisciplinary graduate programme. This four-semester, full-time course focuses on collaborative artworks and technology. Students engage in public study modes to master live performance production and cross-disciplinary practice.

The Art History and Museum Studies program of the Case Western Reserve University is designed to provide you with a broad knowledge of major art historical periods, scholarly and bibliographical resources, and methodologies of art history. 

Music and Music Education  from Teachers College at Columbia University is an advanced professional degree for practitioners in music education that is designed to prepare graduates for careers in elementary schools, secondary schools, and colleges. 

Lander University presents the Visual Art MFA program, offering advanced studies in artistic expression, creativity, and visual communication, empowering students to refine their artistic voice and contribute to the contemporary art landscape.

The University of Alberta offers the Art and Design programme as a comprehensive postgraduate qualification. This Master level course provides advanced training for creative professionals. Delivered through a public study mode, the curriculum focuses on artistic mastery and design innovation over a standard full-time duration.

The Studio Art with a Concentration in Ceramics program from University of North Texas offers a rigorous, hands-on investigation of clay as a multifaceted medium with meaningful possibilities. You'll explore the rich multicultural and ancient history of ceramic objects through interaction with faculty, peers and visiting artists to grasp the full range of contemporary practices and ideas.

The Entertainment Law and Industry Certificate program offered at University of Southern California offers a comprehensive examination of the cultural, artistic, and commercial contexts of media creation, consumption, and scholarship.

The Master of Fine Arts in Screenwriting at Houston Baptist University is a 48-credit-hour terminal degree. The workshop-driven program provides a rigorous creative environment to prepare students to craft compelling scripts for film, television, video games, and emerging digital mediums. A parallel MFA in Creative Writing is also available.