Overview

The practice of art is a powerful expression of values. An M.F.A. in visual art from UND gives you the tools to define your practice, sharpen your skills and make your mark as an artist.

Why Study Visual Arts at University of North Dakota?

The Master of Fine Arts degree program in Visual Arts is a strongly studio-oriented program that prepares you for professional practice as a working artist, educator or arts administrator.

The curriculum combines hands-on studio experience with comprehensive study in art history, theory and supporting disciplines. Academic seminars promote the exploration of visual expression.

M.F.A. students at UND focus on media including:

Ceramics
Drawing
Metalsmithing
Painting
Printmaking
Sculpture
Mixed media art

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Issues in Contemporary Art

Ceramics

Metalsmithing: Jewelry and Small Sculpture

Photography

Painting

Sculpture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00 , International
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Starting 2027-05-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grand Forks, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

An undergraduate bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from an accredited college or university.
At least a 2.75 overall GPA and at least a 3.00 GPA for the last two years of undergraduate work; and/or a 3.00 GPA or better on all graduate coursework (all based on a 4.00 scale).
Satisfy the School of Graduate Studies’ English Language Proficiency requirements as published in the graduate catalog.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

25361 USD / year

≈ 25361 USD / year
Out-of-State

19020 USD / year

≈ 19020 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

12680 USD / year

≈ 12680 USD / year

Living costs

Grand Forks

United States

1000 - 2180 USD / month

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

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Overview

Why Study Visual Arts at University of North Dakota?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Grand Forks

Financing

Funding

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