Master of Studio Art at Towson University

Study Studio Art at Towson University, a Master degree offered at its main campus in Towson , United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for August 28, 2027.

About Master of Studio Art

Degree: Master of Fine Arts
https://www.towson.edu/cofac/departments/art/grad/studio/

Director: Tonia Matthews
Phone: 410-704-2803
Email: [email protected]

The Master of Fine Arts degree is designed to meet the needs of those who wish to pursue the study of art, either for a career as an artist or as a college-level instructor. The program consists of professional study in painting, photography, interactive media design, digital media, animation, graphic design, illustration, sculpture, printmaking, metalsmithing and jewelry, and interrelated media. M.F.A. students are encouraged to attend full time, but may attend part time for part or all of their degree work. The M.F.A. student enrolled full time also maintains a residency in the Department of Art, working in an assigned studio space. The Department of Art fosters an M.F.A. program that draws from all aspects of a diverse and comprehensive curriculum.

M.F.A. students focus on a specific area of study while also being able to choose from a wide variety of learning experiences. The conceptual and ideological bases for artistic endeavors are explored through art history, graduate seminars and weekly critiques. The main goal of the M.F.A. program is to direct the M.F.A. student to explore, focus and excel.

Through conceptual and ideological dialogue, as well as the availability of technical expertise, the M.F.A. student at Towson is directed toward thematic consistency. While the postmodern environment encourages the integration of new technologies, interdisciplinary approaches and multicultural influences, the need to focus ideas within this climate is foremost in the mentoring of developing artists in the M.F.A. program.

Applicants to the M.F.A. program who are denied admission but display outstanding potential may be invited to participate in post-baccalaureate studies in studio art as preadmission course work for the M.F.A. program in Studio Art. Upon successful completion, these studies guarantee acceptance into the M.F.A. program in Studio Art.

Develop and demonstrate advanced technical and conceptual skills in the production of art and/or design work.
Demonstrate the ability to evolve an individual aesthetic/conceptual direction in the production of a body of original work.
Demonstrate knowledge of art history, art criticism, art theory, aesthetics, and cultural context in general, and in relation to individual original artwork.
Demonstrate research and writing skills commensurate with advanced study in studio art.
Prepare for careers specific to studio art: artist, designer, curator, critic/writer, teacher, gallery and museum work.

Disciplines

College of Fine Arts & Communication

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Studio Art at Towson University

Entry Requirements

Send your transcript.

This applies to regionally accredited degrees earned within the United States.

Degree-seeking applicants must submit one official transcript from each college or university they attended. Non-degree applicants must submit one official transcript from the institution where they earned their highest degree.

Official transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution electronically, using a transcript encryption service via email to [email protected], OR by mail, sealed and stamped by the issuing institution to: Towson University, Graduate Admissions, 8000 York Road, Towson, MD 21252.

Transcripts submitted by the student are not considered official.

Pre-degree students must make sure their transcript includes all grades from the first semester of their senior year.

Submit email addresses for letters of recommendation.

Some programs require letters of recommendation as part of the application process. If the program for which you are applying requires letters of recommendation, you must enter the email address of each recommender in order to successfully submit your application. An email will be sent directly to your references asking them to complete an online recommendation.

Additional requirements for international applicants.

International students are required to be enrolled full-time in graduate degree programs at Towson University. Review the list of graduate programs that meet F1/JI requirements. In addition, international applicants may be required to provide proof of English-language proficiency and a course-by-course credential evaluation.

Note: Students who have completed a degree in the U.S. will qualify for English Proficiency without submitting additional test scores.

English Requirements

PTEMin 57
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 80

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Studio Art at Towson University

Application Fee 45

How to Apply for Master of Studio Art at Towson University

Complete your application and submit the application fee.

A $45 non-deferrable, non-refundable fee is required with your application. Students applying with a fee waiver will have the option to choose the type of fee waiver to be used during the payment section of the application.

Master of Studio Art at Towson University

Towson University

United States of America, Towson