Master of Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University

West Virginia University

United States of America, Morgantown

University Rank:#1001

Study Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University, a Master degree offered on the Morgantown campus in 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 16, 2027.

About Master of Lighting Design and Technology

The MFA Lighting program emphasizes a hands-on learning environment. Students get an immersive lighting experience from production electricians, to designers, to moving light technicians and lighting console programmers.

Coupled with significant production experience, our MFA Lighting students get to work with ETC consoles running beta software, new LED fixtures and moving lights. Production design opportunities include theatre, opera, dance, musical theatre and special events.

Design training features an emphasis on the development of the production and lighting aesthetic and the ability to help tell a story in a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere.

Students enrolled in the MFA in Lighting Design and Technology program will gain training in:

Design
Vectorworks Spotlight
Light Plots and Paperwork
Programming Consoles
Moving Lights
ETC Beta Testing (Eos/Ion/Element)
Wiring
Hang/Focus
Cueing
Maintenance and Repair
Management
Teaching

Faculty includes:

Prof. Alan McEwen
Prof. Joshua Williamson

Application Deadlines

Each graduate program sets their own terms of admission and application deadlines. Applicants can only apply for admission for the terms displayed below. Any questions regarding the application deadline should be directed to the graduate program representative.

Fall: August 1
Spring: January 1

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University

Entry Requirements

You must have a bachelor's degree from a properly recognized institution.

The minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA) is 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Some programs have higher minimum GPA requirements. Please consult with a representative from your program for details.

Tips:

WVU considers Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Nigeria or Ghana to be comparable to US bachelor’s degrees under the following conditions: the HND is a 2-year program that followed a 2-year National Diploma (ND) or Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program, for a total of at least 4 years of post-secondary study.

Applicants with 3-year bachelor’s degrees can be reviewed for admission to graduate programs. We recommend asking your program contact if your coursework meets their expectations.

WVU doesn’t require external credential evaluations. We can convert your GPA based on your academic records.

WVU will accept the GPA, credential equivalency, and university recognition status from official WES ICAP evaluations if provided. This does not apply to other evaluation agencies.

English Requirements

PTEMin 53
IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University

Application Fee 60

How to Apply for Master of Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University

1. Research the admission requirements for WVU and your program

2. Establish English language proficiency

3. Create an account and complete the graduate application

4. Upload unofficial transcripts and supplemental materials

5. Pay the non-refundable $60 application fee to submit the application

6. Check your checklist and provide any required items

7. After application approval, send official transcript for admission

8. Plan for your travel and arrival

Master of Lighting Design and Technology at West Virginia University

West Virginia University

United States of America, Morgantown