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Master of Art
California State University, Northridge
- Northridge, United States
- 2, 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A studio-based fine art degree exploring visual studies and creative practice.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Art and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Art Research Assistant
- Program Coordinator
- Project Assistant
- Research and Policy Associate
Curriculum
- The degree combines universitywide and NUpath requirements with major courses totalling 130 semester hours
- Including Art and Design at Northeastern
- Media Art
- Culture
- And Social Justice
- Elements of Visual Composition
- Representational Drawing
- Abstract Drawing
- Making with Form and Materials
- Plus electives.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Classified graduate status
- Statement of intent
- Resume
- Qualifying portfolio evaluation and a personal screening interview
- Additional academic criteria: 2.5 on a 4.0 scale (cumulative or last 60 semester units)
- Programmes may set higher.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor-equivalent degree from a regionally accredited/recognised institution in good standing, programme prerequisites, Affidavit of Financial Support with bank statement, one programme per term
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale)
- TOEFL PBT 550
- PTE Academic 58
- Duolingo 105
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Financial Support Statement
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
- Portfolio of Work
How to apply
- Review the Art in M.F.A admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through Cal State Apply. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Submit the required portfolio. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $21,405 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $70 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Northridge |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Mike Curb College of Arts, Media, and Communication |
| Department | Art and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 30,60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Potential California State University, Northridge scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Art in M.F.A. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
31 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2, 3 years.
The next deadline is 15 May 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $21,405 USD per year. The application fee is $70 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $26,297 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80 (4.0 on new scale), TOEFL PBT 550, PTE Academic 58, Duolingo 105. A portfolio is required. An interview is required.