Graduate Studies
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Artists change the way we see the world.
They impact local and global economies and affect the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Artists enrich our emotional world and illuminate our personal experiences. They produce structures that resonate, cause interaction, and establish connections. Artists educate.
Graduate programs at Maine College of Art & Design are designed for artists seeking a transformative learning experience who are passionate about taking risks, thinking critically, and advancing their careers. Built upon robust curricula, our graduate programs offer a dynamic and supportive learning environment for artists who want to define and pursue a vision for their art practice.
Graduate Programs
Master of Fine Arts
The MFA program at Maine College of Art & Design offers full-residency and low-residency options, with 24/7 access to facilities and a rigorous curriculum emphasizing research and collaboration.
Master of Arts in Teaching
Maine College of Art & Design's 10-month MAT program prepares artists to become effective art educators, translating unique qualities into creative teaching practices.
Online Learning
Online learning at Maine College of Art & Design calls on the foundational elements of our institution to deliver high-quality and accessible education to learners anywhere, furthering our mission to educate artists and designers for life.
Salt Graduate Certificate in Documentary Studies
Learn the art of creating documentaries with our Graduate Certificate Program in either Radio+Podcasting or Short Film. Earn 16 graduate credits in our single-semester program offered in both fall and spring.
Visiting Artist Series
The Visiting Artist Series promotes dynamic engagement between emerging and established creatives working across the fields of art, craft, design, and academics.
This series is funded through the generous support of the Gene R. Cohen Charitable Foundation.