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    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts

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    Toronto, CAMFAIn-person20 months
    CA$15,683.33
    Tuition
    over 20mo
    9
    Cohort
    students
    CA$140.00
    App fee

    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University is a 20-month, in-person MFA program based in Toronto, CA. Tuition is CA$15,683.

    About the program

    Five-term studio-centred program where students develop independent art practices across media like drawing, painting, performance, photography, print media, sculpture, and time-based art, supported by seminars, critiques, and theoretical inquiry.

    Focus: both
    QS: 333

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 (for tests taken prior to January 2026) or 5 (January 2026 and after)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 7.5 Academic

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    3 years PGWP (Canada)

    CA$21,475.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University is CA$15,683.
    Is Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University online or in-person?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University take to complete?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University is structured around 20 months.
    What GPA is required for Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University?
    Per the program's published guidance: B (second class) standing
    How large is the Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University cohort?
    Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts at York University typically enrolls around 9 students per cohort.