Program Overview
The Studio Art at The University of Texas at Tyler 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 Studio 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Tyler, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Studio Art 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
- Medieval Art
- Graduate Studies in Greek and Roman Art
- Graduate Studies in Baroque and Rococo Art
- Graduate Studies in Nineteenth Century Art
- Graduate Studies in Art in America
- Graduate Studies in Twentieth-Century Art
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 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).
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Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,480 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Texas at Tyler 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 The University of Texas at Tyler
The University of Texas at Tyler
Tyler, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Mar, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
