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    Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media

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    Los Angeles, USMFAIn-person3 years
    $131,352.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    15
    Cohort
    students
    50
    Credits
    $105.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California is a 50-credit, 3-year, in-person MFA program based in Los Angeles, US. Tuition is $131,352.

    About the program

    Three-year program requiring 50 units, including expression studios, technical skills electives, professionalization electives, specialization electives, and open university electives. Culminates in an advanced interactive project produced as a master's thesis.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Nov 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min A minimum score of 100 on the TOEFL iBT (with a minimum score of 20 in each section)
    IELTS
    required
    Min A minimum IELTS score of 7

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $28,044.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California is $131,352 across 50 required credits.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California is structured around 3 years and 50 credits.
    How large is the Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California cohort?
    Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California typically enrolls around 15 students per cohort.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Fine Arts in Interactive Media at University of Southern California: 12 months OPT (US)