MA in ART Degree
The Master of Arts degree (MA) is a 30-unit graduate program offered in the Art Education Option; Art History Option; Design Option (Graphic Design/Visual Communication, Animation); Fashion, Fiber and Materials Option; and Studio Arts Option (Drawing, Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Sculpture, New Genres). The MA degree is advanced study and practice in a specific discipline of Art. The degree provides students with an opportunity to gain stronger educational and experiential basis for a professional career and may be an interim step to pursue further graduate work in the field. It is considered to be a general degree, and is well suited for individuals that are seeking an advanced degree for teaching purposes.
MFA in ART Degree
The Master of Fine Arts degree (MFA) is a 60-unit graduate program offered in the Design Option (Graphic Design/Visual Communication, Animation) and the Studio Arts Option (Drawing, Painting, Photography, Ceramics, Sculpture, New Genres). The MFA degree is a highly selective, rigorous program for students who have already achieved a strong direction and focus in their work and a high level of technical proficiency in a specific discipline in the Design Option or Studio Arts Option. The program’s goal is to develop students into professional artists capable of producing high quality work for public exhibition and presentation, or professional designers well-positioned to be leaders in their industry. MFA graduates are qualified to teach at the university level, and are prepared to take their place within the visual arts or design communities and to make a significant contribution to their fields.
Graduate Application Information
Thank you for your interest in the Cal State LA Graduate Art program. The Department of Art and the University share the same deadlines in a two-step admission process that requires students to simultaneously apply to the University via CSU Mentor, and submit an application packet or portfolio to the Department of Art. The graduate applicants are thus required to send one application to the Office of Admissions & Recruitments and another to the Department of Art.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Application to the University requires a separate form. For information check the University website and CSU Mentor. Also, consult the CSU Mentor for the semesters open for submitting applications.
Application materials must be submitted prior to the application deadline. Applications that are late or incomplete will not be considered for admission.
Graduate Program Guidelines
You can request the Program Guidelines by emailing the Graduate Advisor at [email protected]. Please also see the below cited websites for MA and MFA program information.
Art Education Option | Art History Option | Fashion and Textiles (MA)
Studio Arts Option | Design Option (MA, MFA)
Graduate Program Application/Screening Form
Art Education Option
Art History Option
Design Option
Fashion, Fiber and Materials Option
Studio Arts Option
MA/MFA Forms
University Graduate Studies Forms and Petitions