Program Overview
The Art & Design at Fort Hays State University is a MFA programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Art & Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 574 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 319 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Hays, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Art & Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Art History
- Studio Art
- Drawing
- Painting
- Graphic Design
- Intermedia
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- Present to the Graduate School an official application for\nadmission
- Pay the $40 domestic application fee or $50 international\napplication fee
- Provide the Graduate School with an official Bachelor\'s\ndegree transcript or certified mark sheet and diploma/degree certificate copy
- Provide entrance examination scores as required by\nindividual departments
- Submit letters of recommendation if required
- Provide a personal letter/statement or resume if required by\nthe major department
- International students must provide evidence of their\nability to speak English
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 574 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 319 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 574 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 319 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Fort Hays State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Fort Hays State University
Fort Hays State University
Hays, United States
Fort Hays State University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-07-18
- Start Date 2018-08-21
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 6