The Department of Art at the University of Maryland offers a comprehensive Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in Art Studio, designed for students seeking advanced, independent, and interdisciplinary artistic practice. The program emphasizes personal artistic development, professional documentation, and engagement with a diverse faculty of 15 practicing artists specializing in various studio disciplines, including painting, drawing, sculpture, installation, printmaking, digital, and time-based media.

  • College Park, Maryland, United States
  • 2 years
  • On Campus
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Program Overview

The Department of Art at the University of Maryland offers a comprehensive Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in Art Studio, designed for students seeking advanced, independent, and interdisciplinary artistic practice. The program emphasizes personal artistic development, professional documentation, and engagement with a diverse faculty of 15 practicing artists specializing in various studio disciplines, including painting, drawing, sculpture, installation, printmaking, digital, and time-based media.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

PTE Academic

68.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-08-01

Apply before 2026-02-01

Program Start

Aug-26

Programme Structure

Modules included: Studio Teaching Internships Art History Art Theory Colloquium Thesis Research.

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

PTE Academic
68.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must demonstrate a high level of undergraduate achievement in art, presenting a coherent, focused body of work that reflects personal artistic vision. Submission requirements include a professional portfolio of 15-20 digital images, videos, or websites showcasing current work, a Statement of Purpose, official transcripts, TOEFL/IELTS/PTE scores for international students, three letters of recommendation, and a CV or resume. Digital submissions should be uploaded via umdart.slideroom.com, accompanied by a $10 application fee. A strong portfolio and documented artistic practice are essential for admission.

Course Fees

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Annual Fee

2 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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