Study Masters of Fine Arts (Ceramics) at Southern Illinois University - Carbondale in the USA, College of Liberal Arts

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

As a Student studying Ceramics at SIU you will develop strong skills and technical knowledge for working in clay. Classes cover topics from hand building, wheel throwing, mold making and glazing to history, theory and ceramic chemistry. Our program promotes a diverse approach to making including designing and creating utilitarian pottery, figurative to abstract sculpture and mixed media installation. You will find our studio courses are designed to address contemporary issues while promoting an atmosphere that is balanced between conceptual development and material exploration. We offer both a BFA and an MFA.

Which department am I in?

College of Liberal Arts

Study options

Full Time (6 Semesters)

Tuition fees

US$21,555.00 per year

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

1263 Lincoln Drive,

CARBONDALE,

Illinois,

62901, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

To be eligible to be considered for admission to a graduate degree program, you must meet the following minimum Graduate School requirements: 2.7 (on a grading scale with 4.0=A; approximately a "B-" average) on the last two years of Bachelor's coursework; 3.0 on all previous graduate work (approximately a "B" average).

The English language requirement may be met by submitting: 550 on the paper-based TOEFL; 80 on the internet-based TOEFL; 6

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.