Master of Fine Arts [M.F.A] (Visual Arts)
Field of Study:
$60,603 /Yr
- MFA in Visual Arts at York University is offered as a 2-years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time (5 terms) basis only.
- The MFA in Visual Arts is a five-term studio-centered program in which students independently develop an art practice, guided by faculty advisors who share their practice/theory interests.
- The overall aim of the MFA program is to provide graduate students the necessary challenges and opportunities to develop: 1) A mature and critical studio practice that engages with contemporary art forms, practices, and ideas; 2) A strong theoretical base in support of studio practice; 3) A clear sense about future intentions and directions.
- MFA in Visual Arts seeks to provide students with the ability to think rigorously about their art practice and its relation to society as a whole.
- The MFA program consists of 18 credits.
Important Dates
Event | Application Date |
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Application Deadline Fall Intake | |
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | $60603 (CAD 84171) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
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Housing and Food | $6925 (CAD 9618) |
Total Cost | $6925 (CAD 9618) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must have a 4-year Honours undergraduate degree in Visual Arts or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
- An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (B grade) out of 4.0 from accredited institutions is required for unconditional admission.
Indian Student Eligibility:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
- An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 (B grade) out of 4.0 from accredited institutions is required for unconditional admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.
Scores Required
Duolingo scores: 125
Required Document List
The following required documents are:
- Resume/CV: It is the outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
- Three Letter of Recommendation: Letter of recommendation (combination of professional and academic recommenders) which includes information about the student, their connection with the person they are recommending, their qualification, and the specific skills they have.
- Statement of Purpose: This statement must describe your qualifications and the objectives of your intended educational program.
- Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
- Official Transcripts: Applicants who have attended and/or received degrees from institutions outside the US must provide certified copies and certified English translations of transcripts or records of all previous post-secondary education and of all degrees conferred.
- Portfolio: An applicant must successfully pass an evaluation based on a portfolio of 20 images of work and/or 10 minutes of time-based work.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.
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Career and Placement after Course
Possible career opportunities are:
- Graphic Designer
- Interior Designer
- Creative Director
- Senior Graphic Designer
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ontario Graduate Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 7,200/Yr$10,000 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Go Clean Scholarship | Scholarship per student$ 2,520/Yr$3,500 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
University of Western Ontario Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
(ISC)² Women’s Cybersecurity Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Ontario Graduate Fellowship | Scholarship per student$ 6,390/Yr$8,875 | Level Of StudyDoctorate | TypeMerit-Based | |
University of Montreal Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific |
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