Master of Art Therapy at New York University

New York University

United States of America, New York City

University Rank:#55

New York University offers the Master of Art Therapy as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in New York City, United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for art therapy and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on September 2, 2026.

About Master of Art Therapy

Overview Psychotherapy and visual arts practice are integrated to engage the creative power of art for clinical assessment and treatment. We promote scholarly research and evidence-based clinical praxis, cross-cultural competency with appreciation of social justice, and fluency with evolving technologies.In the Art Therapy program from New York University you will learn to practice art therapy with diverse populations and acquire multicultural competency that reflects attunement to current global social justice issues.You will develop a robust knowledge of clinical theory, with a solid grasp of psychodynamics. You will master the professional Ethics Code that guides clinical thinking in challenging situations.Career and Outcomes Our degree takes full advantage of the wide variety of training opportunities available in New York, the art center of the world with one of the most diverse and richly complex health systems in the country. Experts in the field of mental health provide students with excellent opportunities for internships in a variety of renowned settings for training and career advancement. We also support the continued growth and development of art therapists. We have post-master’s courses for working professionals and many graduates maintain a connection with our program as field supervisors, creating additional art therapy positions. In addition, we offer conferences and continuing education courses in the field of psychiatry, psychology, and creative arts therapies focusing on contemporary, evidence based mental health practices. I want to find another Master Course

Our Art Therapy program from New York University integrates psychotherapy and visual arts practice that engages the creative power of art for clinical assessment and treatment.

Disciplines

PsychologyArt History

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Art Therapy at New York University

Academic Requirements

English Requirements

IELTSMin 7
TOEFLMin 100

Other Requirements

1Résumé/CVStatement Of purposeLetters Of RecommendationTranscriptsGREProficiency in EnglishPortfolioOptional. Upload the Artist Statement to the Portfolio section of the online application.Interview and Workshop

Fee Information

Master of Art Therapy at New York University

New York University

United States of America, New York City