Studio Art, M.F.A.
The Department of Art and Design is committed to excellence in arts education, teaching students the technical, theoretical, critical, professional, and personal skills necessary to succeed in the visual arts. Achieving the highest quality of academic scholarship and creative research are priorities expected and supported. In service to our community, we seek to promote awareness of the social and cultural significance of the visual arts, within the university, for our region, and the world at large.
ETSU’s Department of Art and Design is an accredited institutional member of National Association of Schools of Art and Design. Additionally, the department holds membership in the College Art Association, the Southeastern College Art Conference, and other professional art organizations.
The Department of Art and Design, within the framework of the College of Arts and Sciences, has the responsibility to provide educational opportunities of high quality in the professional art disciplines. The department offers the Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in studio art.
The M.F.A. is a professional degree in studio art with specializations available in the following areas: Ceramics, Drawing, Fibers, Graphic Design, Jewelry/Metalsmithing, Extended Media, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture. Students may also combine media areas of interest for an interdisciplinary approach. The program leading to the degree of M.F.A. has as its goal excellence in the creative production of visual art. The M.F.A. is considered the terminal degree for college or university studio teaching and/or professional work in the field. Each student’s program is developed in consultation with his or her area advisor.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) has numerous job opportunities, with faculty and administrative positions open for a minimum of 14 days and support staff positions for at least 5 days. The university actively seeks to increase educational attainment and emphasizes a commitment to its employees. ETSU is also recognized as a good workplace for women, according to Forbes.
Job Search and Application:
- The ETSU Employment website lists available positions.
- Faculty and administrative positions remain open for a minimum of 14 days, while support staff positions are open for at least 5 days.
- Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the stated deadline date, or until the position is filled.
- Specific inquiries about advertised positions should be directed to the relevant department.
ETSU's Commitment to Employees:
- ETSU prioritizes education and aims to enhance educational attainment in the region.
- The university fosters a culture where people are treated with dignity and respect and encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Forbes recognized ETSU as one of America's Best Employers for Women, based on a survey of working women.
- The university offers various benefits to its employees, which can be found on the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Minimum Requirements for Admission:
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Completion of a minimum of 27 credit-hours of study in history.
At least a 3.0 grade point average in upper-level history courses.
TOEFL = 79
IELTS = 6.5
PTE = 53
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
53884 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 65 USD
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