Book Arts + Printmaking (MFA)

University of the Arts

View Course →
admissions@uarts.edu
215-717-6030

Course Info

Subject
Art and Design
Languages
English
Duration
2 years
Degrees
Master

Course General Description

If you have a passion for books as a form of creative expression, look no further than the University of the Arts. Our Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program in Book Arts + Printmaking is one of the first of its kind in the country and is one of the few programs which offers students a dual MFA in both disciplines, allowing for a variety of career options after graduation-from teaching or conservation; to printing, designing and publishing. You will be part of a unique printmaking community that extends beyond graduation, taking advantage of Philadelphia's thriving print community.

Tuition Fees

$46,530

Disciplines

The History and Craft of Handmade Paper
The Book: Past and Present
Print Media
Letterpress
Bookbinding
Graduate Seminar

Requirements

Academic Transcripts
Letters of recommendation
Letters of statement
Portfolio
CV

Grants and Scholarships

Free Application for Federal Student Aid Merit-based scholarships

Course Notable Academia

Janine Antoni
Julie Chen
Daniel Kelm
Nicola Lopez
Leonardo Drew
James Siena

School Info

Region
North America
Country
USA
City
Philadelphia (Pennsylvania)
Year of Establishment
1870
Number of students
1900
QS Rank
NA
THE Rank
NA
Webometrics
5937

School General Description

The University of the Arts' nearly 1,900 students are enrolled in 41 undergraduate and graduate programs in six schools: Art, Design, Film, Dance, Music and the Ira Brind School of Theater Arts. In addition, the university's Division of Continuing Studies offers courses through its Continuing Education, Pre-College, and Professional Institute for Educators programs. The university is composed of two colleges and two Divisions: the College of Art, Media & Design, and the College of Performing Arts, as well as the Division of Liberal Arts and the Division of Continuing Studies.

School Contacts

http://www.uarts.edu
admissions@uarts.edu
215-717-6030

Connections with other Schools and Educational Institutions

Aalto University, Finland
Academie Minerva, Netherlands
Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design, Israel
European School of Visual Arts, France
Glasgow School of Art, Scotland
Korea National University of Arts
Paris College of Art, France
Rose Bruford College, London
Steneby School of Craft and Design, Sweden

School Notable Alumni

Arnold Roth
Charles Santore
Lucas Steele
Rachel Constantine
Du Chisiza

School Notable Academia

Edna Andrade
Gil Cohen
Aaron Levinson
Camille Paglia
Vincent Persichetti

Exchange Programmes

UArts Semester Abroad
Arcadia University Study Abroad

Extracurricular Life and Facts of Interest

Art + Design Education Professional Development
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
B Natural A Capella Club
Playground Champions
Animation Production Club

Here you can contact
University of the Arts with your question