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MFA in Studio Art

student painting on large canvas

Program Overview

The MFA Program in Studio Art offers students the time, space, and critical framework to develop their artistic practice. Located at 205 Hudson Street in NYC's Tribeca neighborhood, the affordable, three-year program provides exposure to the changing ideas and forms of contemporary art.

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art

Students must obtain a total of 48 credits to complete the MFA degree. The 48 credits are comprised of three seminars (9 credits); three tutorials (9 credits); three electives (9 credits); three Art History and Theory classes (9 credits); two additional electives (6 credits); and the MFA Thesis Project (6 credits).

The MFA in Studio Art is a three-year program spread out over six semesters. Students apply in one of six areas of concentrations: Painting, Sculpture, Photography, New Genres, Works on Paper (Drawing and Printmaking), and Clay and Casting. Once accepted into the program, students have the flexibility to explore other media and change concentrations. 

Studio courses consist primarily of Seminars, which are group critiques; Tutorials, which are individual critiques with a faculty member; and Electives, which are courses outside of your area of concentration. Students are also required to take Art History and Theory courses. Electives may be used to take additional Art History or Studio courses, and/or for apprenticeships, teaching assistantships, and participation in the International Exchange Program. 

Students during their third semester present their work in the Mid-Program Review, a three-day, school-wide gathering of faculty and students. The program culminates in the sixth semester with a written thesis paper and the MFA Thesis exhibition in the 205 Hudson Street Gallery.

You must meet the following minimum requirements in order to be considered for admission. Meeting these minimum requirements does not guarantee acceptance to the program.

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0
  • Ten (10) images of your current art work
  • Resume (optional)
  • Two letters of recommendation from appropriate academic or professional references
  • A statement of purpose of approximately 500 words or fewer

Applicants who have a previously completed MFA in Art cannot be considered for admission to the MFA in Studio Art program at Hunter College.

More About Admission Requirements
The Hunter Value

Providing an exceptional academic value is what we do best. See how Hunter compares against other top MFA in Studio Art programs in NYC.

Tuition and Fees
$11K
Hunter College
$51K
Columbia University
$52K
New York University

Career Paths

The career paths for individuals with a MFA in Studio Art can vary widely, and salaries can be influenced by factors such as experience, expertise, location, and the specific field within the arts. Here are ten potential career paths and salary ranges for MFA graduates in Studio Art:

Salary Range: $40,000 to $80,000, depending on the level of expertise and the institution.

Salary Range: $50,000 to $100,000, with potential for higher earnings based on commissions and client base.

Salary Range: $60,000 to $120,000, depending on the industry and level of responsibility.

Salary Range: $50,000 to $80,000 for entry-level positions, with potential for higher earnings with experience and tenure.

Salary Range: $40,000 to $80,000, depending on the setting and level of experience.

Salary Range: Highly variable.

Salary Range: Varies widely; freelancers may earn $30,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on their client base and projects.

Salary Range: $50,000 to $100,000, depending on the size and prestige of the gallery.

Salary Range: $50,000 to $100,000 or more, depending on the museum's size and reputation.

Salary Range: $50,000 to $80,000, depending on the organization and level of responsibility.

Application Deadline

Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Hunter College may consider late applications on a rolling basis pending space is still available in the program.

Fall Spring
January 6 N/A

Some programs may extend their application deadlines beyond those listed above. Please contact Graduate Admissions for specific information. For information on how to apply, click the link below.

How to Apply

Students Educated Outside the US

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have taken all or part of their undergraduate education in a country where English is not the native language are required to submit scores on the Test of English as Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). The following minimum scores must be obtained:

  • TOEFL iBT: 80/ Paper Based Test: 550/ Computer Based Test: 213
  • IELTS: 6.5 Overall Band Score
Info for Students Educated Outside US

Ready to Apply?

Get started on your application now or visit the academic department's website to learn more about this graduate program.

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Contact the Program

MFA/BFA Campus @205 Hudson
A.K Burns
MFA in Studio Art
Art and Art History
68th Street North 416
(212) 772-4995
gradart@hunter.cuny.edu

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Hunter College
695 Park Ave NY, NY 10065
(212) 772-4000

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