Curriculum Vitae Resume
Statement of Purpose Designer Statement
Applicants should submit a written statement discussing their design background both professionally and academically and outline their interest in graduate study Applicants should address their work and goals in relation to the broader discourse of design practice explaining what draws them to advanced study in this field Applicants with a background in a different discipline should address how their previous experiences have prepared them for advanced design work Please limit your statement to less than 500 words
Two 2 Letters of Reference
Proof of Degree or Equivalent
Digital transcripts from the last degreegranting institution can be uploaded to SlideRoom Official transcripts are not required for the initial review process however the Graduate Review Committee may request additional or official documentation before decision notification
Portfolio of Artwork
A portfolio of visual work is required from all applicants to the MFA in Graphic Design This portfolio may consist of professional and or student design work or visual work produced in another discipline A portfolio of writing may also be considered Applicants should submit 18-20 digital images or time based work for review online via MICA Slide Room

Applicants should submit their portfolio materials for review with their application via MICA SlideRoom Specific technical guidelines addressing the submission of digital images video files sound files and text files are available in the SlideRoom system

TOEFL: A minimum overall band score of 75 on the iBT Test of English Language as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required to be considered for admission. Candidates may submit their scores digitally or in hardcopy. MICA's institution code is 5399.
IELTS A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System IELTS is required to be considered for admission IELTS scores may be submitted digitally or in hardcopy MICAs institution code is 5399