Overview

The Performance and Interactive Media Arts M.F.A. at The City University of New York provides an intimate, multidisciplinary environment for working artists to advance their technical and theoretical skills. This programme focuses on the integration of emerging technology within personal artistic practices to facilitate innovative cross-disciplinary collaborations. Students gain significant practical experience by conceptualising, staging, and producing live performances and interactive engagements within a professional context.

Why Performance and Interactive Media Arts at The City University of New York?

This programme draws extensively on the vast cultural and professional opportunities available in New York City, featuring a faculty of working artists at the peak of their careers. It is a unique cooperative effort involving the departments of Art, Computer and Information Science, Film, Television, Radio & Emerging Media, and Theatre, alongside the Conservatory of Music. Students benefit from close mentoring and a community-focused studio environment that prioritises mutual respect and collective co-creation. The second year culminates in a major collaborative thesis production presented at a professional venue, ensuring graduates are prepared for the high standards of the industry.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 855 per credit
National fee: USD 855 per credit
Local fee: USD 470 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires 36 credits, including core collaborative courses and independent projects. Modules may include:

Performance and Interactive Media Arts
Independent Projects
Collaborative Thesis Production
Interactive Media Programming
Live Performance Production Technology
Collaborative Co-creation Strategies
University-level Teaching and Course Design
Event Documentation and Archiving

Careers with Performance and Interactive Media Arts

Graduates of this programme are technologically savvy and socially engaged professionals who contribute to the diverse cultural needs of contemporary society. Alumni have successfully secured roles as media designers, production managers, and performers across prestigious platforms including Broadway, the opera world, and film. The Magner Career Center provides additional support, connecting students with opportunities at renowned organisations such as the Brooklyn Museum, Lincoln Center Theater, and the HERE Arts Center. Many graduates also utilise the degree to enter academia or advance their established careers in the performing arts and media industries.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended (applicants who earned a bachelor’s degree outside the United States need to submit a course-by-course international transcript evaluation.

Two letters of recommendation

Supplemental program application form

Résumé

Portfolio (to program adviser, 304 Whitehead Hall)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

15390 USD / year

≈ 15390 USD / year
Out-of-State

15390 USD / year

≈ 15390 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

8460 USD / year

≈ 8460 USD / year

Additional Details

Residents: $5,545 per semester

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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

Funding

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