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    Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production

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    New Haven, USMFAIn-person3 years
    $118,500.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    5%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    $110.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University is a 3-year, in-person MFA program based in New Haven, US. Tuition is $118,500.

    About the program

    The program trains technical managers in design and production for theater, covering skills in rigging, drafting, production planning, technical management, and electives in areas like automation and theater engineering. It includes professional work assignments on school and repertory theater productions and culminates in a research thesis on an industry-relevant topic.

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Nov 24, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Required of an applicant whose first language is not English. Must be taken by January 15, 2026 by applicants to all programs. School code: 3988. No minimum score stated.
    IELTS
    optional
    Min IELTS accepted. Applicants should provide their IELTS test centers the following information when requesting scores... No minimum score stated.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $26,946.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University is $118,500.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University is structured around 3 years.
    How competitive is Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University?
    Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 5%.
    What work-permit options follow Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University?
    Post-completion work rights for Master of Fine Arts in Technical Design and Production at Yale University: 12 months OPT (US)