Program Overview
The Imaging Arts at Rochester Institute of Technology is a MA 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 Imaging Arts 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
- Tuition: USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Rochester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Imaging Arts 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
- Histories and Aesthetics of Photography I
- Histories and Aesthetics of Photography II
- Imaging Core I
- Imaging Core II
- Thinking about Making: The Practice of Art in a Global Society
- Research Core I
- Research Core II
- Professional Development for the Emerging Artist
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
To be considered for admission to the MFA program in imaging arts, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Hold a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) from an accredited college or university,
- Submit a portfolio containing\xc2\xa0a focused body of artwork that demonstrates visual sophistication, aesthetic awareness, skill, and craft, as well as a commitment to a purpose and idea.
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
- Submit three letters of recommendation.
- Submit a Letter of Intent,\xc2\xa0which should include a candidate\'s interest in obtaing an MFA, the selection of RIT for the MFA degree, and professional goals to be achieved.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 41,804 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rochester Institute of Technology 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 Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, United States
private research university in Rochester, New York, USA, founded 1829
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
