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Art Theory and Practice (MFA) at Northwestern University

Northwestern University, United States

Programme overview

A two-year, critique-based MFA that is fully funded for every student, with about 10 students in residence.

Faculty: Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Evanston, IL, United States

What you will study

Seminars, group critique courses and electives, with focused independent study with the graduate faculty at the core. Critiques are held at the end of each quarter; students may take courses in Art History, Radio/TV/Film, Sound Arts and Industries and Gender Studies, and a graduate study trip runs biannually.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applications for 2026-27 open September 15, 2026; deadlines vary by programme. The Graduate School application fee is $95 and nonrefundable, paid by credit or debit card.

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