About the course

The first M.F.A. of its kind in the country, MICA's M.F.A. in Curatorial Practice prepares students to expand the role of curators?engaging audiences more effectively by proposing alternative models of exhibition-making, institution-building, and social justice through art.

　　MICA's M.F.A. in Curatorial Practice offers a hands-on curriculum that balances collaboration and socially engaged practices with academic research in history and theory. By creating real-world collaborative and individual exhibitions, our students raise awareness, bridge societal gaps, and catalyze exchanges across various disciplines, both inside and outside the art world.

　　Students in this two-year, 60-credit, full-time program will study and engage in the process of exhibition creation, defining their own professional practices and taking on the roles and responsibilities of working curators. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: US$106,320

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Baltimore
Fall (August), 2025	Baltimore

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Maryland Institute College of Art

Curriculum Vitae/Resume.

　　Statement of Preparation and Intent - In 800-1200 words, applicants to the Curatorial Practice (MFA) should write a statement describing their preparation, goals, aspirations, and objectives for their studies in the program.

　　Three (3) Letters of Reference.

　　Digital transcripts from the last degree-granting 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.

　　Applicants to the Curatorial Practice (MFA) should submit 10-15 digital images or time-based media for review.

　　TOEFL: A minimum overall band score of 75 on the IBT Test of English Language as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required for full admission. IELTS: A minimum score of 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) is required.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

　　Book IELTS

　　About IELTS

　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 75.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomes

　　

Reviews and rankings

What our students think

We’ve haven’t received any reviews for this institution yet.