Overview
The Furniture Design program of Rochester Institute of Technology is structured to support your individual interests and aesthetic development.
While engaging in the design and construction of a range of furniture objects, you will be challenged to advance your aesthetic, conceptual, and design sensibilities while simultaneously strengthening your building techniques and construction strategies.
You will be exposed to a broad range of contemporary practices and creative approaches to design and art-making in support of experimentation, critical reflection, and the development of your personal aesthetic and design philosophy.
Typical Job Titles
- Craft Artist
- Furniture Designer
- Sculptor
- Designer
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Furniture Design Graduate Studio
- Technology in Studio
- Studio Art Research
- Ideation and Series
- Business Practices for Studio Artists
- Research and Thesis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Design Interior Design View 645 other Masters in Design in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Complete an online graduate application. Refer to Graduate Admission Deadlines and Requirements for information on application deadlines, entry terms, and more.
- Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college in a field of arts, sciences, or education.
- Recommended minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent).
- Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
- Two letters of recommendation are required. Refer to Application Instructions and Requirements for additional information.
Tuition Fee
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International
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
54176 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 54176 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Rochester
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Financing
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Funding
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