The Masters of Art in Studio Art promotes advanced study in ceramics, graphic design, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture or time-based art. MA studio art students are required to produce a written thesis and, at the graduate committee's discretion, may be required to hold a thesis exhibition. The 36-hour, non-terminal studio degree can be completed in two years.
The following are general learning goals for students pursuing a Master of Arts:
Develop advanced capacities to work independently and make effective artistic and intellectual judgments and professional decisions in the area of specialization.
Demonstrate professional competence in the area of specialization before peers and faculty.
Gain knowledge and skills in one or more areas outside the major.
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September 2025
College of Creative Arts
One Fine Arts Drive,
MORGANTOWN,
West Virginia,
26506, United States
To be eligible for admission into a graduate program at WVU an applicant must submit official, bachelors degree transcripts from a regionally accredited institution and hold a GPA of at least 2.75.
WVU鈥檚 minimum score requirements for English proficiency are:
Academic IELTS: 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
TOEFL Essentials: 9.0
PTE Academic: 53
Duolingo English Test: 105
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
WVU graduates enjoy a remarkably high employment rate of 93 percent within two years of completing their program.
