MA Studio Practice for Art Educators (Hybrid) at Columbia University

Programme overview

Hybrid 32-credit MA combining online coursework with six-week summer residencies in New York City, designed for art educators of all experience levels to develop as studio artists and gain educational insights. It culminates in a capstone exhibition at the Macy Art Gallery on the Teachers College campus.

Faculty: Teachers College | Department: Art and Art Education (Arts & Humanities) | Duration: 32 credits; as little as 14 months full-time including two residencies; about 28 months part-time | Intake: Summer | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

The curriculum integrates studio practice, pedagogy and professional development through online courses, theoretical courses, studio work during summer residencies and a capstone exhibition.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

International applicants are not eligible to apply (those living outside the United States with a valid U.S. passport are eligible); Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; accepted English proficiency exam results where applicable; $75 application fee; two letters of recommendation; academic writing sample; digital portfolio (included in online application). Summer entry; deadlines January 15, 2027 (priority) and April 1, 2027 (final).

Intake: Summer

Duration: 32 credits; as little as 14 months full-time including two residencies; about 28 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

Explore more study programmes

Arts & Humanities