Overview

The day-to-day focus is on the individual process and work in progress, as each student confronts the conceptual and practical questions that are at the core of all artistic production. Work toward the Fine Arts MFA degree at Bard College continues during independent study sessions in the two intervening winters. The schedule of summers in residence and winter independent work can make earning the M.F.A. degree possible without sacrificing employment or other commitments. The result of this program design is a diverse group of students, including active mid-career artists, teachers, and professionals in other fields, as well as recent college graduates.

Key Features

The broad intellectual and artistic concerns of those who teach and learn at the Milton Avery Graduate School of the Arts call for, and create, a context of critical support and respect that extends beyond professional boundaries and categories. An awareness of other disciplines and a willingness to take risks mark successful artists in every field. Students must be willing to become actively and articulately involved in the interdisciplinary program while concentrating on their chosen discipline. Knowledge of, and interest in, other fields should accompany primary involvement in their own.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Film/Video

Music/Sound

Painting

Photography

Sculpture

Writing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 26 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-07 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, 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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General requirements

Completed online application

Non-Refundable Application fee of $65

Personal Statement

C.V./History of Work in the Arts

Letters of Recommendation

School Transcripts

Portfolio

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20149 USD / year

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Out-of-State

20149 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

20149 USD / year

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Additional Details

Independent study: $6,252

Summer session: $20,149

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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