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Master of Arts (MA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
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Program Overview
Two levels of graduate degrees are offered in art: an initial graduate degree (MA) and a terminal graduate degree (MFA). The Master of Arts degree is advantageous for those wishing to pursue post-graduate work in art. The Master of Fine Arts degree is a terminal degree program for the professional studio artist and prepares individuals to teach at the university level. Concentrations are offered in drawing/illustration, ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, visual communication and design, and interdisciplinary art studies. The Department of Art at Bradley University is the recipient of the William Rainey Harper Award for Departmental Excellence, 2001-2002.
Program Requirements
The MA - Art program requires a minimum of 30 semester hours. The MFA program requires a minimum of 60 semester hours. Students are allowed to advance to candidacy with an oral and visual presentation to the graduate faculty after completion of 9 semester hours and before 18 hours. The graduate faculty will make a decision regarding the student's continuation in the program. Each student must participate in the biennial graduate exhibition. A residency of 48 semester hours is required for the MFA degree and 24 semester hours for the MA degree. A written comprehensive examination must be passed before graduation. Please see the Graduate Catalog for a complete listing of degree requirements.
Accreditation
The MA and MFA programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
Faculty Research Interests
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Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the admission requirements of the Graduate School, individuals seeking admission to the MA or MFA program should submit a portfolio of work (20 slides for ceramics, drawing/illustration, interdisciplinary art studies, painting, printmaking, sculpture; 15-20 original matted prints for photography; 20 slides or the equivalent in electronic format for visual communications and design) and a statement of interests, abilities, and direction in the Fine Arts (250 words). The application deadlines for the MA and MFA programs are November 1 for spring entrance and March 1 for fall entrance. Early applications are encouraged.
Department Contact Information
Graduate Program Coordinator
Fisher Stolz, (309) 677-2969, fisher@bradley.edu
Department Chair
Paul Krainak, (309) 677-2967, pkrainak@bradley.edu
Department Secretaries
Judy Tomlinson, (309) 677-2967, judi@bradley.edu
Diana Robb, (309) 677-2967, drobb@bradley.edu