Overview

About the program

Students accepted into the M.F.A. in Visual Arts (Painting, Illustration, or Interdisciplinary) program at Western Connecticut State University select a concentration in painting, illustration, or interdisciplinary visual art. Students are encouraged to explore and expand the scope of their work within their concentration.
The core of the program is the student’s individual progress in the studio, leading to a professional level of mastery. The program is built on a series of individual applied studio courses of escalating intensity, interspersed with regular individual and group critiques with resident faculty and visiting artists. Each student presents a capstone thesis, which may include both exhibition and publication, as a final step prior to receiving the M.F.A. degree.
The Visiting Artist Lecture Series brings many artists of national and international reputation to WCSU. Presenting lectures to the university community, they additionally give critiques to the M.F.A. students, providing a diversity of ideas that expand the educational experience. The proximity of WCSU to the galleries and museums of New York City further enhances the program of study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Independent Studies in Art History

Graduate Studio in Area of Emphasis

Individual Applied Studio

Individual Studio

Practicum Internship

Thesis Exhibition

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Danbury, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts Painting & Drawing View 434 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

In addition to the graduate admissions policies of the Office of Graduate Admissions, students may be admitted to the M.F.A. in Visual Arts degree program if they meet the following criteria:

completion of a B.A. or B.F.A. in Art or
completion of a B.A. or B.F.A. in a related field and show demonstrable competency in art and
submission and successful review of portfolio by WCSU Department of Art faculty, online via email or in person on campus
successful completion of an interview with Department of Art faculty, either on campus or through electronic media, and
evidence of strong academic record, especially in the candidate’s area of study.

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

19397 USD / year

≈ 19397 USD / year
Out-of-State

19397 USD / year

≈ 19397 USD / year
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In-State

15039 USD / year

≈ 15039 USD / year

Living costs

Danbury

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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