M.A. in Art: Studio Art or M.F.A. in Art and Design

We Offer the Following Degrees

  • M.A. in art, specialization in studio art: A 30-credit-hour degree program that allows you to pursue advanced study in art and design areas.
  • M.F.A. in art and design: A 60-credit-hour terminal degree program that prepares you for professions in the arts and teaching at the college level. 

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Areas of Study

  • Ceramics
  • Drawing
  • Fiber
  • Metalwork, jewelry design and digital fabrication
  • Painting
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Sculpture
  • Time arts

 The visual communication area of study is not taking M.A./M.F.A. applications at this time.

Contact Us

Ann Van Dijk
Associate Professor and Graduate Coordinator
artgradcoordinator@niu.edu

School of Art and Design
Jack Arends Hall, room 216
815-753-1473