Overview

At Sculpture at New York Academy of Art direct observation of the body, supported by the study of anatomical structure, provides a platform for exploring the challenges of creating three-dimensional form and encourages the development of each student’s singular vision.

Learning outcomes

The Sculpture curriculum from New York Academy of Art offers offer a solid background in the processes, principles and hands on skills necessary to develop works of art that bridge tradition and find placement in a contemporary context. The core sequence begins with an emphasis on skill development in perceptual modeling while providing opportunity for and critical response to self-directed projects. In the second semester, students master life-scale figure modeling, contextualizing sculpture and integrating formal strategies into compositions with a study of historical precedence. Emphasis on discussion and critique with prominent figurative sculptors creates a dialogue on expression, metaphor and the role of figuration.

Sculpture Concentration Core Outcomes

skill in perceptual modeling

3D application of anatomical structure

ability to address problems in life-scale

ability to integrate multiple elements into compositions

knowledge of historical and contemporary sculpture approaches

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Sculpture I: Perceptual Modeling I Intensive

Artistic Anatomy: Ecorche Intensive A

Figure Drawing I Intensive

Art & Culture I: 1860-1960 The Birth of Modernism and Its Aftermath

History and Theory of Sculpture Composition and Technique

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-11 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Ceramics and Sculpture View 49 other Masters in Ceramics and Sculpture in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants to the MFA are expected to obtain proficiency in Art History prior to entering the program.
For those with less than two semesters (less than two classes) of undergraduate level art history, we require a reading and writing assignment found here.
This will help prepare you for entering the MFA program.

Tuition Fees

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50707 USD / year

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50707 USD / year

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50707 USD / year

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Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

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