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Key facts

The interdisciplinary nature of the program creates an environment where cross-pollination among fields flourishes. Simultaneously, graduate students enter into vibrant communities of peers, faculty, and visiting artists: intensive studio visits and critiques facilitate re-imagining the boundaries of art practice.

The Fine Arts program offered by George Washington University in the Department of Fine Arts and Art History is a 60 credit, full-time program. Students register for 15 credits per semester, per the standard recommended for a terminal degree by the College Art Association.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Prof Practices - Fine Artists
Drawing Strategies & Practice
Woodblock Print
Advanced Printmaking: Lithography, Monoprint, Etching
Letterpress - From the 1400’s to the Digital Age
Studio Visits

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Two (2) recommendations
A bachelor’s degree in the field of fine arts.
Transcripts are required from all colleges and universities attended, whether or not credit was earned, the program was completed, or the credit appears as transfer credit on another transcript.
Statement of purpose

A slide or digital portfolio is required.
Applicants to the MFA in Fine Arts must follow the graduate application process, including submitting a required portfolio. You aren't required to submit GRE test scores. While you also aren't required to have a BA, BFA, or BS with a major related to studio art, it is recommended. A strong portfolio and statement can be combined with an academic background in another area. As with all graduate programs, you must have completed an undergraduate degree.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

62730 USD / year

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Out-of-State

62730 USD / year

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In-State

62730 USD / year

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Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 USD / month

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