Study Master of Fine Arts in Art - Creative Photography and Experimental Media at California State University - Fullerton in the USA, College of the Arts
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Master of Fine Arts in Art - Creative Photography and Experimental Media

USA

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What will I learn?

The Master of Fine Arts in Art is a rigorous studio arts program for students who seek to develop a sustained creative practice as a professional artist. Through intensive studio work and study, the curriculum and faculty challenge students to deepen their creative exploration, preparing them to make meaningful contributions to the field of art. The program provides in-depth study in the following concentrations: ceramics creative photography and experimental media drawing and painting (including printmaking) glass graphic and interactive design illustration jewelry and metals and sculpture. Degree Requirements: All courses must be completed with a ''C'' (2.0) or better. All courses in the concentration must be completed with a ''B'' (3.0) or better. The degree must be completed with a 3.0 (B) GPA or higher. Students must also satisfy all graduate degree requirements. Creative Photography and Experimental Media Concentration (24 units): The Creative Photography and Experimental Media concentration encourages self-expression by exploring the potential of the image as it relates to history, culture, social and aesthetic concerns within the visual arts. The program encourages exploring all forms of photography (black and white, color and digital), video and sound, installation, performance and experimental media.

Which department am I in?

College of the Arts

Study options

Full Time (7 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,168.00 per year
Student Success Fee - 230.54

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

California State University Fullerton

800 N. State College Blvd.,

Fullerton,

California,

92831, West, United States

Full Time (7 Semesters)

Tuition fees
US$15,168.00 per year
Student Success Fee - 230.54

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2028

Venue

California State University Fullerton

800 N. State College Blvd.,

Fullerton,

California,

92831, West, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants are eligible to apply as a graduate student if you have earned a degree equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree. You must meet the following requirements: Above average class standing at an internationally accredited college or university: the equivalent of at least a 3.0 grade point average on a 4.0 scale is recommended. Provisional admission – Students who are admitted provisionally are required to provide their official transcripts, bachelors degree certificate and test scores as soon as possible after being admitted otherwise the admission decision could be rescinded. In addition, requirements for the program include the following: Preferably a BA or BFA in Art, but other degrees may be considered. A portfolio, which is the most critical element in the admissions process. Applicants with degrees in other fields are encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate a strong body of work and proficiency in studio practice. Artist statement. Statement of purpose. Two letters of recommendation. Copies of transcripts. Classified Standing: A classified graduate student has been recommended for admission and has satisfied all prerequisites and admission requirements for both the Department of Art and the university. Conditionally Classified Standing: Students who do not meet certain prerequisites may be considered for admission in conditionally classified graduate standing. Students must successfully satisfy all the requirements of conditional standing in order to become classified.

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About California State University - Fullerton

Students at Cal State Fullerton receive a multidisciplinary education which fosters and emboldens critical thinking, creativity, and innovation.

  • Accredited bachelor and master degree programs
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  • Experiential learning opportunities
  • Desirable Orange County location near San Diego & LA

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