Such deficiencies and exceptions are subject to evaluation by the graduate art faculty in the light of the entire application for entrance into the M.F.A. program. Decisions by the graduate art faculty on these matters are in addition to, and not in lieu of, the general requirements of the Graduate School. The department accepts only full-time students into the M.F.A. program. A. Course Offerings Courses are offered in painting, drawing, sculpture, printmaking, computer and electronic media , photography, ceramics, and ceramic sculpture. All M.F.A. candidates should demonstrate proficiency through the development of a comprehensive body of work.
Proficiency is determined by the faculty through periodic evaluation of the work.
During the final year, in addition to regular coursework, the student will prepare a final one-person thesis exhibition for the Graduate Library Gallery or some other suitable venue. The written thesis should complement the visual work as an articulation of the student's thoughts and objectives within the broader context of arts and ideas. Third year students will also participate in the University Gallery's annual M.F.A. exhibition. The department recommends, but does not require, proficiency in a foreign language, preferably French, German, or Italian. In addition, the Art Department requires a preliminary semester of observing in the course to be taught under faculty supervision during the following semester.