Application Deadline for Spring 25 – September 1, 2024
To assist students affected by the abrupt closure of MIUAD, the FIU Art + Art History Department is re-opening MFA admissions. The deadline for applications and portfolio submissions is November 1st for potential admission in Spring/January 2024. All qualified applications will be reviewed.

Application Deadline for Fall 2025 – February 1, 2025

The Master of Fine Arts in Visual Arts is an intense, production-oriented studio art program directed toward individual development. There are several tracks a student can choose from in this program. The curriculum is designed for maximum flexibility to accommodate both those seeking advanced training in a particular studio area and those whose interests may involve more media cross-over. Graduates of the program will be prepared for careers as professional artists. The MFA is the terminal degree in Studio Art.

The MFA in Visual Arts is a 60 credit hour degree, requiring a portfolio submission at time of application.

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Application Deadline for Spring 2025 – October 1, 2024

Application Deadline for Fall 2024 – June 1, 2024

The Master of Arts in Teaching: Art Education is for candidates without a certification in teaching. This degree is no less rigorous than the advanced master degree program, but includes courses which provide the necessary background in professional education.

Applicants for admission to the MAT-Art Education program must hold a BFA or equivalent bachelor’s degree ithe n appropriate area. All applicants must also satisfy the Board of Education admission requirements. A GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last 60 semester hours of upper-division undergraduate study and passing scores on GK or GRE.

Application materials must include two (2) letters of recommendation, a résumé, a statement of personal philosophy/professional goals consistent with the objectives of the master’s program.

After submission of application, applicants must schedule a portfolio interview with the program director. The Portfolio should contain fifteen (15) pieces of artwork including at least three (3) drawings.

The MAT in Art Education is a 54 credit hour degree program.

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Application Deadline for Spring 2025 – October 1, 2024

Application Deadline for Fall 2024 – June 1, 2024

Applicants for admission to the Master of Science in Art Education program must hold or qualify for the Florida teacher certification in art. All applicants must also satisfy the Board of Education admission requirements. A GPA of 3.0 or higher in the last 60 semester hours of upper-division undergraduate study.

Application materials must include two (2) letters of recommendation, a résumé, a statement of personal philosophy/professional goals consistent with the objectives of the master’s program.

After submission of application, applicants must schedule a portfolio interview with the program director. The Portfolio should contain fifteen (15) pieces of artwork including at least three (3) drawings.

The MS in Art Education is a 36 credit hour degree program.

Application Deadline for Spring 2025 – October 1, 2024

Application Deadline for Fall 2024 – June 1, 2024

Students from the following undergraduate majors may apply to the Accelerated Master’s in Art Education Degree Pathway: BS in Art Education, BA in Art, BFA in Art, BFA in Digital Arts. If accepted, students will be allowed to take up to 12 credits of graduate courses which will apply toward both their undergraduate and their master’s degree program.

Admissions Requirements:

• • • • • • • • Current enrollment in one of the above-mentioned bachelor’s degree program
              • Completed a minimum of 75 undergraduate credits
              • Current GPA of 3.2 or higher
              • Portfolio review and interview
              • Complete the separate Accelerated Bachelors/Master’s degree application, including signed approval by the director, coordinator, or designee of the graduate program.

After submission of application, applicants must schedule a portfolio interview with the program director. The Portfolio should contain fifteen (15) pieces of artwork including at least three (3) drawings.

The Certificate in Portrait and Figurative Art is designed to give interested students the knowledge and skills necessary to have a successful professional career in portrait and figurative art. The Certificate is offered to graduate students in FIU’ s Department of Art + Art History.

Only students majoring in a graduate degree program at FIU’s Department of Art+ Art History may enroll in the Certificate program. The course titled Classical Drawing (ART 5395C) must be taken during the first two semesters of the program. In addition, a grade of B or better in the first two (2) studio courses is a prerequisite for continuing in the Certificate program. Students must receive a grade of a B- or better in all the required courses in order to graduate.

For more information contact the Academy Director: Prof. David Chang changd@fiu.edu

For a complete list of graduate courses and programs offered by the Department of Art + Art History: A+AH Graduate Catalog

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The Graduate Certificate in Museum Studies is an 18- credit program intended to prepare students for professional employment in museums and historic sites. The program offers graduate-level courses appropriate for museum work as well as some cross-listed courses from associated academic disciplines.

This certificate program is open to both degree- and non-degree seeking students. Two core courses and internship are required. Students are encouraged to pursue a variety of courses of study to address diverse museum situations. Internships for 6 credits may be completed at approved institutions.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Department of Art + Art History or the FIU University Graduate School:

Department of Art + Art History
Florida International University
VH 216, Modesto A. Maidique Campus – Miami, Florida 33199
Tel: (305)-348-2897