MFA in Studio Art (Summer Low-Residency) Program By Maryland Institute College of Art |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 36QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

26,580 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

MFAST students complete their graduate studies over three years plus one summer. Each year, students come to MICA for an intensive six-week summer residency combined with independent work during the academic year and a return to campus for a short winter session. During the time that students are not on campus, they keep in touch with their dedicated faculty mentor through distance learning tools. Intensity and length of the program help to create a strong community of peers and a network of visiting artists, critics, and alumni that truly influence the students thinking and practice.

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

MFA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

MFAST students complete their graduate studies over three years plus one summer. Each year, students come to MICA for an intensive six-week summer residency combined with independent work during the academic year and a return to campus for a short winter session. During the time that students are not on campus, they keep in touch with their dedicated faculty mentor through distance learning tools. Intensity and length of the program help to create a strong community of peers and a network of visiting artists, critics, and alumni that truly influence the students thinking and practice.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

6+
75+
If transcripts, degrees, recommendation letters or other official documents are not issued in English, international applicants are required to submit certified translations. 
3 Years
Aug
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

26,580 USD
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International Students

26,580 USD
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More programs from the university

Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) offers 16 undergraduate majors, 2 liberal arts (or academic) majors, and 18 studio concentrations, including:

  • Animation
  • Product design
  • Art History, Theory and Criticism
  • Painting
  • And many more majors, listed here.

Average tuition fees for international students at undergraduate level for the 2016-2017 academic year are $43,760. MICA offers several merit-based and competitive scholarships – apply for funding here!

How to apply

To apply for an undergraduate program at MICA, you will need to submit a portfolio, an essay, transcript, letters of recommendation and proof of your proficiency in English. Get more information about entry requirements here. You can apply online for an undergraduate course through the Common App

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Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) offers 20 unique graduate programs in:

  • Art education
  • Community arts
  • Curatorial practice
  • Fine arts
  • Graphic design
  • Illustration
  • And other areas!

Apply online directly to MICA with your portfolio, artist statement, transcript, letters of recommendation and proof of your proficiency in English.

Tuition fees vary by level and degree, but scholarships are available at all levels. Explore funding opportunities here.

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