Overview

Key Facts of the Art program from Colorado State University

Graduate students develop an in-depth body of work within their area of specialization. We offer graduate studies in drawing, fibers, graphic design, metalsmithing and jewelry, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Elective coursework promotes involvement with other media, expands creative strategies, and ensures interaction with faculty who have expertise in a variety of disciplines. The MFA program leads to the completion and exhibition of a mature body of artwork. During this period of rigorous study, students maintain a high level of studio and scholarly activity.

The 60-credit MFA program emphasizes substantial work in an area of specialization. In these concentration areas, students typically enroll in a total of 30 credits that include studio courses, independent research, and thesis work. Graduate students also enroll in approximately 30 additional credits comprised of studio and art history courses and seminars, as well as academic electives.

The first two years of the program are marked by technical and conceptual exploration, critical investigation, and research in art history. Students review work in individual and group critiques, participate in open-studio tours, and invite faculty from any field for studio visits and reviews. Graduate students participate in a second year qualifying review, receiving constructive feedback from the whole faculty along with targeted support from their main advisor.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drawing
Fibers
Graphic design
Metalsmithing and jewelry
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Visual Arts Art History Graphic Design View 552 other Masters in Visual Arts in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All applicants should be prepared to submit:

Portfolio of 15-20 high quality images representative of your creative practice
At least three letters of reference from persons who can testify to your professional qualifications, character, and potential for graduate study.
Transcripts from every undergraduate institution that you have attended, with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
Statement of Purpose, outlining what you hope to accomplish in the program in 250 words or fewer.
Artist statement, describing your vision as an artist in 250 words or fewer.

Tuition Fee

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International

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
National

30656 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30656 USD per year during 36 months.
In-State

13967 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13967 USD per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Fort Collins

1210 - 1800 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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Available Scholarships

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