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    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA)

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    St. Louis, USMFAIn-person2 years
    $104,400.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    91%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    20
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits
    $40.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis is a 60-credit, 2-year, in-person MFA program based in St. Louis, US. Tuition is $104,400.

    About the program

    Interdisciplinary program emphasizing studio practice, group critique, graduate seminars, electives, and workshops in contemporary visual art across spatial, lens-based, 2D, interactive, sound, and performative media. Culminates in a thesis exhibition, written thesis, and artist talk at the Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum.

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    After the program

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    12 months OPT (US)

    $30,265.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis is $104,400 across 60 required credits.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis is structured around 2 years and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art (MFA) at Washington University in St Louis reports an acceptance rate of approximately 91%.