Program Overview
The Art at University of California Irvine (UCI) is a MFA programme in Arts & Design over 36 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 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: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Irvine, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Art programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Hold a bachelors degree (or equivalent) from a recognized\nacademic institution with degree standards equivalent to those of the\nUniversity of California.
- Provide official standardized test scores (GRE), except for\napplicants to the MAS in Criminology, Law and Society, Master of Legal and\nForensic Psychology, MS in Pharmacology, MS in Nursing Science, most MFA\nprograms, and some business programs
- GRE Scores no minimum limit
- Three letters of recommendation
- Transcripts: Submit one official transcript for every post\nsecondary program attended.
- Application fee - $105 (resident students) and $125\n(international students).
- 20 images portofolio
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,102 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,220 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Irvine (UCI) 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 University of California Irvine (UCI)
University of California Irvine (UCI)
Irvine, United States
The University of California, Irvine is a public land-grant research university in Irvine, California, United States. One of the ten campuses of the University of California system, UCI offers 87...
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
