FIU Graduate Admission Application:

First, please complete and FIU Graduate Application form that can be completed online via the following link: https://admissions.fiu.edu/how-to-apply/graduate-applicant/index.html. As part of this application, you will need to provide the following

1. BFA or a Bachelor’s degree or a strong minor (30 hours with a 3.0 GPA or higher) in Fine Arts and a minimum of 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher for the last 60 hours of upper division coursework.
2. Passing scores on all sections of the General Knowledge Exam (GK) or CLAS or GRE (considered on an individual basis). Note: GRE is NOT required, but can be used in place of GK. However, GK is recommended as it is an exit requirement.
3. In addition the applicant must submit two (2) letters of recommendation, a resume, a statement of personal philosophy/professional goals consistent with the objectives of the masters program. Letters and any other supporting documents are to be sent to Florida International University, Office of Admissions, P.O. Box 659004, Miami, FL. 33265-9004.
4. After submission of application, applicants must schedule a portfolio interview with the Graduate Program Director. The Portfolio should contain fifteen (15) pieces of artwork including at least three (3) drawings.