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School of Visual Arts Courses & Fees 2026

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MFA(8 courses)
INR 40 L - 50 LGet Fee Details
Duration2-3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 8, TOEFL: 79 - 100, PTE: 53 - 68, Duolingo
BFA(8 courses)
INR 44 L - 45 LGet Fee Details
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 115 & Above
B.E. / B.Tech(1 course)
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE: 53 & Above, Duolingo: 115 & Above
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Q:   How much is the application fee for SVA?
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The application fee at the School of Visual Arts depends on the level of study. You will be required to pay the application fee in order to submit the online application. The application fee for undergraduate and postgraduate programs is USD 50 and USD 80 respectively. The application fee is non-refundable. International students should review all the application requirements and then complete the online application form. There is a USD 10 fee for submitting the required SlideRoom portfolio.

Q:   What are the requirements for getting accepted into The School of Visual Arts in NYC?
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Applicants who wish to study undergraduate and graduate programs at SVU must meet the below School of Visual Arts admission requirements as per the program:

School of Visual Arts requirements for undergraduate admission:

  • Complete high school study with a required GPA
  • Meet English language test score requirements
  • A statement of purpose of around 500 words
  • Submit your portfolio
  • A letter of recommendation
  • A non-refundable application fee

School of Visual Arts requirements for graduate admission:

  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline
  • A statement of purpose
  • A letter of recommendation
  • A resume/CV
  • Meet English language test score requirements
Q:   What is School of Visual Arts application fee?
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The School of Visual Arts application fee vary by programme for international students. We have mentioned below the application fee as per the programme for School of Visual Arts admissions:

  • UG: USD 50 or INR 4.15k
  • PG: USD 80 or INR 6.63k

(USD 1 = INR 82.89)

Q:   How much does it cost to live in the school of visual arts dorms?
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Housing room rates at SVA are based on room size and type. SVA housing costs in one of the College’s residences range from USD 17,250 to USD 21,500 for the 2023-2024 academic year. Prices for the 2023-2024 academic year are below: 

Residence HallRoom Size/TypeCost
24th Street ResidenceSmall doubleUSD 19,500
 DoubleUSD 21,500
 TripleUSD 17,750
Gramercy Women’s ResidenceDoubleUSD 19,250
 Shared studioUSD 21,250
23rd Street Residence (formerly The New Residence)DoubleUSD 20,000
 Small doubleUSD 17,250
Ludlow ResidenceDoubleUSD 19,400
 SingleUSD 21,200

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School of Visual Arts Fee Breakdown 2026

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Q:   What is the tuition for School of Visual Arts?
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The School of Visual Arts tuition fees for international students is affordable for International students and vary from INR 37 L to INR 46 L. The below table has the first-year School of Visual Arts cost as per the programs:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS (2 courses)

INR 46 L

BE/ BTech (1 course)

INR 41 L

BFA (8 courses)

INR 41 L

MFA (8 courses)

INR 37 L - 46 L

BJMC (2 courses)

INR 41 L

Others PG (1 course)

INR 46 L

Q:   What is the cost of studying MFA at School of Visual Arts?
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The School of Visual Arts MFA fees vary from INR 37 L - 46 L for first-year study. The below table includes the popular MFA programs with their first-year tuition fees:

MFA Programs

First-Year Tuition Fees

MFA Interaction Design

INR 45.63 L

MFA Visual Narrative

INR 36.51 L

MFA Design

INR 45.63 L

Q:   How much does an MFA cost at the School of Visual Arts in New York for an Indian?
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The School of Visual Arts MFA fees vary from INR 37 L - 46 L for first-year study. The below table includes the popular MFA programs with their first-year tuition fees:

MFA Programs

First-Year Tuition Fees

MFA Interaction Design

INR 45.63 L

MFA Visual Narrative

INR 36.51 L

MFA Design

INR 45.63 L

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School of Visual Arts admission deadline is Dec 1, 2024, for fall 2025 admission in undergraduate programs. International students can check below the School of Visual Arts deadline for upcoming intakes:

Fall Admission

Admission Deadline

Early action deadline

Dec 1, 2024

First-time Freshmen Deadline

Feb 1, 2025

Spring Admission

Admission Deadline

Deadline for International Applicants

Oct 1, 2024

Deadline for Freshmen and Transfer

Nov 1, 2024

 

Graduate Admission Term

Application Deadline

Summer 2025

Jan 15, 2025

Fall 2025

Jan 15, 2025

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