About the course

The Master of Fine Arts program at Colorado State University fosters excellence in artistic inquiry and achievement. Students accepted into our program work ly with nationally recognized faculty who guide a wide range of research and experimentation in studio media. In each phase of the curriculum, individual studio practice is enriched by research in art history and clarified through engagement with contemporary discourse surrounding art, craft, and design. Graduate students exhibit work and give presentations at venues throughout the region and beyond as they prepare to move forward in their careers. For more than forty years, the Department of Art and Art History has demonstrated its commitment to graduate education. Ours is the most comprehensive visual arts program in the Rocky Mountain West and one of the largest academic departments at CSU. Our alumni exhibit their work nationally and internationally, and teach at schools, universities, and workshop programs. CSU alumni jury and curate exhibitions, work as designers, contribute to conferences and arts publications, and work with arts organizations. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$86,806

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Fort Collins
Fall (August), 2025	Fort Collins

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Colorado State University - INTO USA

An official transcript of all collegiate work completed along with a certified translation into English.

　　An undergraduate grade point average of 3.000 (A = 4.000) is required by CSU regulation for admission.

　　Minimum TOEFL score for admission without condition is 550 (paper based), or 80 (internet based).

　　Minimum IELTS score for admission without condition is 6.5.

　　All applicants should be prepared to submit:

　　Portfolio of 15-20 high quality images representative of your creative practice

　　At least three letters of reference from persons who can testify to your professional qualifications, character, and potential for graduate study.

　　Transcripts from every undergraduate institution that you have attended, with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.

　　Statement of Purpose, outlining what you hope to accomplish in the program in 250 words or fewer.

　　Artist statement, describing your vision as an artist in 250 words or fewer.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Colorado State University - INTO USA. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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