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Visual Arts Master's Program

The Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) in Visual Arts is a studio-oriented program that prepares its graduates for professional practice as working artists, educators, and arts administrators. The curriculum combines hands-on studio experience with comprehensive study in art history, theory, and other supporting art disciplines.

Program Details

• Program type: Master's Degree
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated time to complete: 2-3 years
• Credit hours: 60

Areas of Emphasis

• Ceramics
• Drawing
• Graphic Design
• Jewelry and Metalsmithing
• Painting
• Photography
• Sculpture

Program Benefits

• Prepare and present a professional solo exhibition
• Study art firsthand at the North Dakota Museum of Art on campus
• Work closely with professional artists with industry experience
• Gain experience in art collections management by working at the UND Art Collections
• Enjoy access to the 35,000-square-foot Hughes Fine Arts Center equipped with a vast array of mediums, including 3D printing
• No GRE exam required for admission

Career Opportunities

A master's degree in Visual Arts is a valuable asset in an increasingly visual world. M.F.A. graduates find professional success in a wide array of fields, including:

• Studio art
• Art education and directors
• Museum/gallery administration
• Median annual salary for art directors: $111,000 (2024 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)
• Projected job outlook for art directors: 4% growth through 2034 (as fast as the average for all occupations, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics)

Courses

• Issues in Contemporary Art (ART 510): Examines issues in contemporary art relevant to practicing artists
• Ceramics (ART 550): Individual instruction and experimentation in Ceramics
• Metalsmithing: Jewelry and Small Sculpture (ART 560): Exploration of historical, traditional, and innovative jewelry and small sculpture techniques
• Photography (ART 570): Individual instruction and experimentation in Photography
• Painting (ART 520): Individual research and experimentation in painting
• Sculpture (ART 501): Extensive work and study in three-dimensional form, media, and methods

Program Reputation

The Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at the University of North Dakota is amongst the top graduate fine arts programs in the region, consistently ranking high in educational quality, affordability, and career outcomes.