Study Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art at Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi - International Study Center (StudyGroup) in the USA,

About this course

About this course
- Overview
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

A Master of Fine Arts is a distinguished terminal degree that prepares students to excel in professional creative fields within a global context, and for careers in higher education. This comprehensive three-year curriculum is designed to guide candidates toward expertise in studio art practices, aesthetics, and scholarly inquiry while expanding proficiencies in art history, criticism, and theory. In addition, candidates have opportunities to acquire experience in classroom instruction and pedagogy, and gallery practices. The MFA is the highest academic degree awarded in Studio Art. Applicants must have a Bachelor of Fine Arts or graduate degree in Studio Art for consideration. Admission is competitive and based upon comprehensive evaluation of application materials by full-time faculty members in the Department of Art & Design. Full-time MFA candidates in good academic standing receive in-state tuition, an assistantship, stipend, and health insurance. Accepted candidates may be selected during the evaluation process for a competitive SAGE Fellowship that waives tuition and mandated university fees. This voucher is renewable for up to three years.

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$16,030.00 per year

Annual Room, Board & Living Expenses - $14,498

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi Hall, Suite 114, 6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5705,

Corpus Christi,

Texas,

78412, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

An earned Bachelor of Fine Arts or graduate degree in Studio Art from an institution accredited by one of the six regional accrediting associations.

Portfolio of Works: Submit up to (20) works in the following formats: a single PDF, flash drive, personal website, or shared via Dropbox, Google Drive, or other suitable file sharing platforms. Individual files should be saved as jpegs, minimum 150dpi.

Statement of Intent: (300-500 words) written by the applicant explaining specific interest, degree concentration, and objectives for graduate studies at TAMU-CC.

Official Undergraduate and/or Graduate Transcripts: from all accredited colleges or universities attended. A transcript from TAMU-CC is not required. Foreign transcripts require an official foreign evaluation. Please click here.

Letters of Recommendation from faculty or persons familiar with the applicant's interest and qualifications for graduate studies in Studio Art.

GPA- 3

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