Master of Studio Art & Design at University of Idaho

The Studio Art & Design is a Master degree offered by University of Idaho on the Moscow campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the Moscow campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from August 21, 2027.

About Master of Studio Art & Design

Art without boundaries.

Designed for aspiring professional studio artists and for artists who want a career in academia, this program emphasizes an integrated approach to art making and design that goes beyond traditional boundaries and allows you to define your own path as a studio artist.

Through intensive studio training, you will explore the intersections of drawing, mixed media, sculpture, painting, printmaking, graphic design, interface and information design and other disciplines across the university. While you can specialize in an area or medium that best fits your talents, the unique program offers the flexibility to work across disciplines to explore new perspectives and develop your creative versatility.

Areas of concentration include painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, graphic design, printmaking, and interface design; or you can also tailor your studies by combining two or more of these areas. M.F.A. students also have access to private studio space in the art and design program's Graduate Art Studios (GAS House).

This terminal-degree program culminates in a thesis that will feature a solo exhibition of your professional quality work and a written explanation of the creative process, concepts and theories behind your art.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Studio Art & Design at University of Idaho

Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a minimum overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.00 on a 4.00 grade scale equivalent to U.S. bachelor’s degree. If your GPA meets the minimum admission requirements, the department of major will determine if your overall academic record and test scores meet department requirements.

Note: If you do not meet the minimum 3.00 GPA, your application can be considered for admission if you:

Earned an undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher for your last 60 semester credits or 90 quarter credits.

Worked in the program specific profession for 5+ years.
Obtained a letter of support from a faculty member in the department.
Wrote a detailed statement/essay describing your professional experience and potential to succeed academically

English Requirements

PTEMin 58
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Studio Art & Design

With this degree, you could become a/an:

Professional artist or designer
Instructor of art or design at a college or university
Manager/administrator of a museum or gallery
Art buyer or curator for a corporation or collector
Director of nonprofit art organizations

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Studio Art & Design at University of Idaho

Application Fee 70

How to Apply for Master of Studio Art & Design at University of Idaho

Students must submit:

An international application for admission.
$70 application fee (nonrefundable).
Official secondary school transcripts identifying subjects taken, marks received and graduation date. If you have not yet graduated from your secondary school, a transcript showing all completed work may be accepted for early admission. External examination reports should be provided when applicable.
Official transcripts with subjects and marks received from any colleges or universities attended.
An official TOEFL score or equivalent.
Certified, literal translations of all credentials issued in any language other than English. To find more information about the University of Idaho’s policy on academic transcripts and certified translations see the Transcripts and Translations Document.
A statement of your activities if you've had a gap in education.

Please note: Students applying after the deadlines above or with incomplete files by these deadlines can still be considered for admission if they have their educational credentials evaluated by a professional evaluation service. There are five professional credential evaluation services from which the University of Idaho will accept evaluations.

Master of Studio Art & Design at University of Idaho

University of Idaho

United States of America, Aberdeen