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Master of Fine Arts Visual Arts, Jacksonville University

Jacksonville - Florida, Florida

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24 Months

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About this course

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The MFA in Visual Arts at Jacksonville University is designed to challenge and expand your artistic skills, helping you fine-tune your creative energies. This program supports your creative journey through a supportive academic community and offers flexibility with online, low-residency, and no-residency options. With accredited faculty and ample studio space, it prepares students for professional growth in the arts. The program includes a two-week summer bootcamp, available in-person or streamed online, making it accessible for working artists. This is a terminal degree in the field, offering the highest level of academic achievement in Visual Arts. The curriculum allows for practice in any medium, such as animation, ceramics, film, glass, illustration, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, or visual and graphic design, including interdisciplinary approaches.

Why this course is highly recommended

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The MFA program offers a unique blend of online and residency options, making it flexible for working professionals and educators. It has a close-knit cohort of only 10 students, ensuring personalized attention. The program is cost-competitive and provides access to studio facilities, a military resource center for VA benefits, and potential tuition reimbursement through workplaces. The program’s structure supports a two-year or three-year pace, fitting diverse schedules. Its high academic standards and focus on professional practice make it an excellent choice for those seeking to elevate their careers in the visual arts.

Specialisation

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Students can choose their medium of practice or engage in interdisciplinary studies, covering areas like animation, ceramics, film, glass, illustration, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, or visual and graphic design.

Course fees

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1st year tuition fees

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Degree requirements

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The Master of Fine Arts is considered a terminal degree in the field of Visual Arts, indicating it's the highest qualification available in this discipline.
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English language test

DUOLINGO

105

IELTS

6

TOEFL

79

PTE

56

Career prospects

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Graduates of this MFA program often go on to teach at colleges or universities. Some pursue careers as museum curators, practicing artists, nonprofit arts programmers, or educators at the K-12 level. The program aims to prepare students for diverse roles within the arts industry.

FAQs

Is this program currently accepting applications?

No, this program is not accepting applications at this time.

What are the residency options available?

Students can choose between low-residency (online with a four-week summer residency) or no-residency (completely online with a virtual residency).