Overview

Key facts

The program offered by George Washington University is designed for emerging artists and creative thinkers looking to develop skills in both the arts and public policy sectors during an intensive, two-year, 60-credit degree. It combines study in experimental, relational and performative creative practices with academic research, collaborative work and field-based experiential learning in Washington, D.C. - a global hub for policy makers, tech leaders, NGO's and cultural institutions.

To support their creative work, students in the program take academic coursework across the university, including the departments of the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences and the Trachtenberg School of Public Policy and Administration.

Students who are especially interested in working with diverse populations and who wish to create a hybrid studio practice focused on issues of social justice, collaborative methodology and ethical innovation are candidates for this MFA in Social Practice.

We particularly seek applicants whose statement and/ or portfolio demonstrates a broad-based creative practice, which may include professional work outside the arts; an understanding of the challenges and opportunities of working with diverse communities in an art context; and familiarity with more than one language.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

History and Theory of Art in the Public Realm

Field and Research Methodologies for Artists

Politics and Policy Analysis

Social Practice Workshop

Social Practice Field Studio

Topics in Public Strategies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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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.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Two (2) recommendations
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. Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be uploaded to your online application. Official transcripts are required only of applicants who are offered admission.
Statement of purpose
A portfolio of artworks is required
A 2-3 page writing sample
Finalists will complete an interview with program faculty

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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Domestic

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In-State

62730 USD / year

≈ 62730 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 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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