Overview

At Jacksonville State University, they aim to revolutionize the traditional graphic design educational model into one that addresses current social, cultural, and technological issues. The term Visual Communication Design more accurately reflects an evolving multidisciplinary industry where designers use technology, design, and social awareness to solve problems that inform, educate, and elicit responses from end users.

What you'll study

Through the engaging and hands-on MFA curriculum, they prepare students for an ever-changing industry by merging theory and practice into a pedagogical model that focuses on formal, technical and conceptual skills through independent and instructor-led learning opportunities.

The course of study integrates both research and studio components and is designed to assist students in developing a professional portfolio by the completion of their degree. The 60 hour MFA program, with a recommended completion time of three years, also prepares graduates to teach at the University level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

30 credit hours must be in visual communication design studios
A minimum of nine credit hours in art academic courses (research, theory, and art history)
Suggested six credit hours of approved non-Art academic elective studies;
Remaining credit hours (6) may be applied to any combination of studio, art academic, or elective courses

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jacksonville, United States

Disciplines

Design Visual Arts Digital Media View 495 other Masters in Visual Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed JSU Graduate Application for Admission.
Non-refundable $35.00 application processing fee.
Official transcripts(s)
Three Graduate Reference Forms completed by individuals who can provide qualitative assessment of the applicant’s potential for success in graduate coursework. Two of these must be from educators and/or professionals in the field of visual communication and design.
A statement of purpose should outline the applicant’s current or previous work as relevant to plans and objectives for advanced graduate study, describe professional goals, and state the areas of research and investigation the applicant would like to pursue and study
Applicants must submit a portfolio of 20 examples of current work demonstrating proficiency in the area of visual communication design. Work should be submitted in the form of a single PDF, including titles, dates, media, and any relevant information or project descriptions.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

20880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 696 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

20880 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 696 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

12840 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 428 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Jacksonville

850 - 1300 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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