Anna Maria College

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Visual Arts - Visual Art Concentration

Format: Campus

Program Description:

Anna Maria College recognizes the needs of students who are seeking an advanced degree based on their undergraduate degree in art, or for those seeking a change in a career toward teaching art. Courses are designed to prepare students for advanced degrees by providing them an opportunity to study through the Master of Visual Arts with a concentration in visual art. This program would also meet the needs of students preparing for Professional Teacher Licensure. The Master of Education program prepares students for Initial Teacher Licensure (PreK-8 and 5-12). Anna Maria College is approved for the Initial Level of Licensure through the Massachusetts Department of Education.
Master of Visual Arts - Visual Art Concentration
This degree is for students who are seeking the Master of Visual Arts with a Visual Art Concentration, or for students who hold Initial Visual Art Licensure and are seeking Professional Licensure. Students applying to this program must have a Bachelor of Art in Art or Fine Arts, or they must prove competency in the arts. Competency will be evaluated by documented course work and by a portfolio review. Required courses include:
Ethical Theory
Research Methods in Art (6 credits)*
Art History I & II**
Studio Art I-V***
Two graduate-level electives
*Topic must be approved by mentor and accompanied by a Solo Art Exhibit
**One Art History could relate to thesis topic
***Any combination of three studio courses could relate to thesis development

Tuition & Financial Aid

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Private not-for-profit

Locale: Fringe Rural Area

Size & Settings: 1,000 - 4,999