Graduate Certificate Studio Art at Tufts University

Programme overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Studio Art is a one-year, on-campus programme at the SMFA at Tufts in Boston combining intensive studio work with seminars, studio visits and engagement with guest curators and artists. It is designed for students who hold a bachelor's degree and want to immerse themselves in rigorous studio art-making. Students receive individual attention through faculty advising and mentorship.

Faculty: School of the Museum of Fine Arts (SMFA) at Tufts University | Duration: 1 year (31 credits) | Intake: Fall | Study mode: full-time | Location: Medford, MA, United States

What you will study

Students take 14 to 17 credits of studio art coursework per semester chosen from across the SMFA curriculum, a post-baccalaureate seminar and consultation, and one 3-credit art history course. A weekly faculty studio visit and a Review Board each semester support development of the student's practice.

Career pathways

Preparation for MFA study or for professional practice as an artist; professional development covers grant and residency writing, curatorial opportunities and networking.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants must hold an undergraduate degree (such as a BA or BFA) from an accredited institution. Application includes a portfolio of 10 to 15 recent works and/or up to 10 minutes of time-based work, a resume/CV, a personal essay of up to three pages, and two letters of recommendation. International applicants: minimum TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 6.5 or Duolingo 100. Fall entry only: priority deadline May 15, rolling admissions through August 1.

USD 47,886 a year (2026-2027). Flat-rate tuition billed semi-annually ($23,943 per semester); excludes health insurance and fees. Source

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.

Intake: Fall

Duration: 1 year (31 credits)

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