Visual ArtsNorth America

479 Master's degrees in Visual Arts in North America

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Teaching Art, Grades K–12, Initial Certification

At the Teaching Art, Grades K–12, Initial Certification MA program from New York University, students will focus on contemporary art, social justice education, and critical multiculturalism as you prepare for initial teaching certification.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$55,254/yr

Pratt Institute4,5(4)

New York City, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Art and Design Education

Pratt Institute’s MA and Advanced Certificate in Art and Design Education programs with initial New York State teacher certification (visual arts, all grades) prepares students to integrate their intensive studio preparation with learning how to teach in the context of contemporary art and design practices.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1½ year$48,862/yr

The Ohio State University4,5(31)

Columbus, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Art

The Art Master at the The Ohio State University is an exceptional, nationally ranked program that is recognized nationally and internationally.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$44,310/yr

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,3(17)

Urbana, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Studio Art

Pursue diverse forms of specialized research within a common environment of artistic production and critique in the Studio Art program from University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$32,416/yr

Florida Atlantic University4,1(25)

Boca Raton, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Visual Art

The Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art at Florida Atlantic University, with a concentration in graphic design, engages students in an individual pursuit to expand their knowledge of visual communication design systems with a focus on furthering development towards a career in design education and/or professional practice.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$19,056/yr

University of Massachusetts Dartmouth4,0(4)

New York City, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Printmaking

The Printmaking program of University of Massachusetts Dartmouth fosters individual growth and builds on your personal artistic vision. The MFA degree is the credential that signifies the artist's capacity to work independently in a discriminating, distinctive, and professional manner.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$22,629/yr

Radford University4,4(9)

Radford, United States

Studio Art

The Studio Art programme at Radford University offers a comprehensive creative education within the College of Visual and Performing Arts. This undergraduate degree provides students with access to state-of-the-art facilities and expert faculty, fostering artistic excellence through full-time study on a vibrant campus.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$19,820/yr

Kean University4,2(5)

Elizabeth, United States

Fine Arts - Studio

The Fine Arts - Studio at Kean University offers three options for graduate students, creating the opportunity to work with fellow artists and expert instructors in a dynamic university setting. Students are guided toward exploration, experimentation, and mastering skills and techniques, as well as understanding concepts and history that shape the artistic process.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,828/yr

Rowan University4,2(11)

Glassboro, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Arts Administration

The Arts Administration programme at Rowan University is a 30-credit Master of Arts designed for aspiring leaders in the creative sector. This part-time course offers significant online flexibility, allowing professionals to balance their studies. It focuses on practical business skills tailored specifically for the arts.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$26,310/yr

University of Texas at Dallas4,4(7)

Richardson, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Arts in Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication

The MA in Arts in Arts, Technology, and Emerging Communication from University of Texas at Dallas cultivates creative practitioners, scholars and interdisciplinary researchers and is appropriate for candidates who want to advance their education through further study of technology and media or take an initial step toward a PhD in related fields.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$29,568/yr

Carleton University4,4(81)

Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Art and Architectural History

The Art and Architectural History MA program offered at Carleton University is unique in Canada in its unrivalled ability to combine classroom work with on-site training at national museums and related institutions.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,681/yr

Bowling Green State University4,2(18)

Bowling Green, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Theatre

The Master of Arts Program in Theatre at Bowling Green State University is designed to provide students with fundamentals essential for the development of independent thought and expression, ingredients necessary for creative scholarship and artistry in the theater.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$10,643/yr

Emerson College4,0(9)

Boston, United States

Film and Media Art

Whether you want to explore narrative film, documentary, experimental media, installation art, or interactive media, Emerson College’s on-campus Film and Media Art MFA program gives you the expertise you need.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$47,840/yr

Northeastern University4,4(79)

Online Top 2% in Worldwide

Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship

The interdisciplinary Master of Science in Arts Administration and Cultural Entrepreneurship at Northeastern University prepares arts leaders to both convey the human necessity of creative expression and apply creative thinking to manage resources, inspire audience engagement, and sustain financial support.

M.Sc. Part-time Online

2 years$30,885/yr

Humber Polytechnic4,2(88)

Toronto, Canada

Post-Production

The Post-Production graduate certificate programme from Humber Polytechnic will develop the technological skills, and the creative and critical abilities you will need to thrive in the post-production industry. You will gain a firm grounding in industry-standard, non-linear video editing software.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus

1½ year$23,208/yr

Purdue University4,5(31)

West Lafayette, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Studio Arts

The Studio Arts programme at Purdue University is a three-year, full-time Master of Fine Arts degree. This advanced course focuses on interdisciplinary research and creative practice within a top-tier institution. Students benefit from a dynamic environment that blends studio work with theory and professional teaching opportunities.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$29,194/yr

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,3(17)

Urbana, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Design for Responsible Innovation

If you are ready to take your design experience and training to the next level and bring interdisciplinary skills into conversation with design research, our Design for Responsible Innovation program at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign is the place for you!

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$31,266/yr

OCAD University3,5(12)

Toronto, Canada

Criticism and Curatorial Practice

Gain advanced theoretical knowledge and practical experience in the fields of curation and critical art writing with the Criticism and Curatorial Practice degree at OCAD University.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,934/yr

University of Victoria4,2(29)

Victoria, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Art History and Visual Studies

In this research-focused Art History and Visual Studies program at University of Victoria, you will study art and the visual world with experts.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$4,118/yr

Kean University4,2(5)

Elizabeth, United States

Fine Arts - Supervision

The Fine Arts - Supervision from Kean University offers three options for graduate students, creating the opportunity to work with fellow artists and expert instructors in a dynamic university setting

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$33,480/yr