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California State University Fresno

Fresno, California, United States

Art, M.A

The Master of Arts in Art provides the opportunity for highly motivated art and design students to pursue study at an advanced level and attain a level of accomplishment in the visual arts and design. The graduate program emphasizes self-direction and focus within a specific area. The program builds upon the equivalent of the undergraduate major in art at California State University, Fresno. The program provides specifically for certain areas of interest: art education, crafts, computer art, interior design, drawing, painting, ceramics, photography, sculpture, art history, and theory. With prior approval, programs with multiple concentrations may be arranged. For specific requirements, consult the departmental graduate program director. For general requirements, see Division of Graduate Studies.

The Master of Arts degree program in Art assumes preparation equivalent to the undergraduate major in art at California State University, Fresno. Applicants must first complete university requirements for admission to the Division of Graduate Studies. Applicants must also pass the Department of Art and Design Classified Standing Screening Review.

(See also Admission to Graduate Standing, Advancement to Candidacy, Program Requirements, and Criteria for Thesis and Project.)

Graduate courses in art are open to holders of the B.A. in Art who have been conditionally classified by the Department of Art and Design.

Second-semester seniors in the undergraduate art program may also enroll in 200-series coursework in art subject to the approval of the instructor.

Intakes

  • Jan
  • Aug

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Application Process

Visa Process
30 Days

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Our benefits program is just one way the CSU demonstrates its dedication to your success and well-being. We want you to rest assured knowing you? and your family’s health and future are being looked after.

Comprehensive and flexible coverage options allow you to choose a plan that best suits your needs.

The following services make up the CSU’s comprehensive benefits package:

  • An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
  • Your choice of dental plans
  • Vision coverage
  • Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
  • Retirement plan through CalPERS
  • Tuition waiver for employees and dependents
  • FlexCash (in lieu of health/dental)
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Professional and Personal Development

Paid Time Off, Including:

  • Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or services)
  • 15 paid holidays per year
  • 12 sick days per year, with unlimited accrual
  • Parental leave (based on employee group)
  • Organ Donor leave
  • Jury Duty

Additional Benefits & Services

  • CalPERS Long Term Care (not accepting new applications)
  • Voluntary Retirement Savings Plans (403(b), 457, 401(k))
  • Pre-tax health and dependent care reimbursement accounts
  • Pre-tax parking deduction plan
  • Pre-paid legal services
  • Auto/Homeowners Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Scholarshare (529 plan)
  • Pet Insurance

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

  • All university marksheets, transcripts and *degree certificate with literal English translation. Secondary school (high school) documentations are not required.  
    *Degree certificate (or diploma) is available at the time of applying for admission.

TOEFL – 80 iBT

IELTS – 6.5

Duolingo - 105 (some programs require 110)

Pearson’s Test of English - 53

iTEP – 4.5

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