Master of Fine Arts - Studio Art

Application Prerequisite:

Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree from an institution recognized by the University of Arizona, and have a minimum 3.0 grade point average.  

Application Requirements:

1. Complete the on-line application through the Graduate College. We do not accept paper applications.  The on-line application allows to you save changes and return to your application as often as you like.  In the application, you will be asked to attach

  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  • 20 images (72 ppi- 800 pixels for longest dimension)
  • List of images (include title, date, dimensions and medium)

2. Send three letters of reference directly to the School of Art. Please use our Letter of Reference Form

Please send your letters of reference to:

Graduate Program
School of Art
P.O. Box 210002
Tucson, AZ 85721


If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the School of Art Graduate Program Coordinator at 520.621.8518 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it This e-mail address is being protected from spambots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Application Deadlines:

Fall Admission Only

  • February 1st