The MFA is the recognized terminal degree for creative artists. It is a 60 credit full-time program with rigorous reviews, culminating in the graduate student’s solo exhibit. The MFA in art, is dedicated to generating artists with significant skills and understandings that can influence the discipline. In alignment with current trends in art, the program accommodates and nurtures students working in any medium or discipline, including but not limited to: Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Ceramics, Sculpture, Photography, Video, Performance, Installation, Digital and New Media.

From a letter we send to students:

We are convinced that our program will challenge you, develop your skills, broaden your philosophical insight, cultivate your personal viewpoint, and increase your art-making potential.

The program at Brigham Young University benefits from the wealth of a well-rounded, spiritual approach to learning. We have excellent physical facilities in each of the areas of study. The geographic isolation of Provo, Utah, located in the midst of the Rocky Mountains, is a pleasant experience, and is complemented by a world class museum on campus, which has a steady stream of national and international exhibitions. An active departmental agenda of national and international travel further compliments the small town profile of Provo.

Application materials include the following: MFA Handbook

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