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Master of Art
- Bozeman, United States
- 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: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): 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
- Bachelor degree from an accredited or government-recognised university
- GPA about 3.0/4.0
- Three recommendation letters
- Personal statement
- Transcripts and English proficiency
- GRE not mandatory
- Programmes may set higher standards.. Entry grade detail: B average (3.0/4.0) or equivalent
- Department standards may be higher.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (generally four years) or equivalent from an accredited or government-recognised university.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 4.2
- TOEFL PBT 550
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
- Recommendation Letters
- Statement of Purpose.
How to apply
- Check the graduate programme requirements and any department-specific deadlines. Submit the online application and pay the 60 USD application fee. Upload official transcripts
- English proficiency evidence
- Three recommendation letters and a personal statement. Programmes may add test scores. After admission submit your confirmation. International Student & Scholar Services gives health insurance
- Orientation and housing information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $26,814, $25,040 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $60 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Bozeman |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Architecture |
| Department | School of Art |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Montana State University for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Oct 2026
ClosedProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Feb 2027
80 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
183 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 1 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $26,814, $25,040 USD per year. The application fee is $60 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,979 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 4.2, TOEFL PBT 550, Duolingo 120.

