Graduate students develop an in-depth body of work within their area of specialization. We offer graduate studies in drawing, fibers, graphic design, metalsmithing and jewelry, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Elective coursework promotes involvement with other media, expands creative strategies, and ensures interaction with faculty who have expertise in a variety of disciplines. The MFA program leads to the completion and exhibition of a mature body of artwork. During this period of rigorous study, students maintain a high level of studio and scholarly activity.<br><br>The 60-credit MFA program emphasizes substantial work in an area of specialization. In these concentration areas, students typically enroll in a total of 30 credits that include studio courses, independent research, and thesis work. Graduate students also enroll in approximately 30 additional credits comprised of studio and art history courses and seminars, as well as academic electives.<br><br>The first two years of the program are marked by technical and conceptual exploration, critical investigation, and research in art history. Students review work in individual and group critiques, participate in open-studio tours, and invite faculty from any field for studio visits and reviews. Graduate students participate in a second year qualifying review, receiving constructive feedback from the whole faculty along with targeted support from their main advisor.<br><br>The third year of the program is devoted to shaping a body of work for the thesis. During this time, students write an abstract and formal paper to accompany their work and prepare art for inclusion in the spring graduate exhibition at the Gregory Allicar Museum of Art