Vermont College of Fine Arts

Program Information

Degree Offered

Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design

Format: Campus, Online

Program Description:

Working closely with faculty who are leading practitioners in the field, students merge practice with design theory and research to expand their fluency in visual culture. They address complex questions arising from their work and engage the emerging, interactive technologies they need to participate in an ever-expanding market. The program’s low-residency, self-designed study model immerses students in a community of working designers and artists, allowing them to deepen their design knowledge and enhance their performance while remaining engaged in their own lives.

Accreditation:

Vermont College of Fine Arts is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., through its Commission on Institutions of Higher Education. Inquiries regarding the accreditation status by the New England Association should be directed to the administrative staff of the institution. Individuals may also contact: Commission on Institutions of Higher Education New England Association of Schools and Colleges 209 Burlington Road Bedford, MA 01730-1433 Phone: 781-271-0022 E-mail: cihe@neasc.org Web address: http://www.neasc.org/

Eligibility Requirements:

Applicants must have completed a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Applicants must have basic proficiency in both appropriate hardware and software currently used within the field of graphic design. More specifically, applicants should have a working knowledge of Macintosh platforms as well as basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite software. Regular access to these technologies is also important for incoming students. Incoming students will be expected to maintain an internet file sharing service and internet access will be necessary.

Applicants must also have a working knowledge of contemporary visual culture as the program requires significant emphasis on critical and conceptual content in creative work. This working knowledge may come from previous coursework in art history, visual culture, communications, design, and/or professional experience in the field of graphic design or equivalent.

# of Credits Required:

60

International Student Requirements:

Vermont College of Fine Arts welcomes applications from international students. As an international student, there are immigration regulations under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) you will need to follow in order to enter the U.S. for each residency. See the VCFA website for more details or contact Admissions.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition In-State Full Time:

18400 USD

Tuition Out of State Full Time:

18400 USD

Financial Aid Offered: Yes