MFA

The tuition fee of a Master of Fine Arts programme at NYFA varies based on the specialisation being pursued. The tuition fee of a MFA programme is USD 16,804 or INR 14.7 L per semester. Apart from the tuition fee students must also plan for the costs associated with living in NYC.

The estimated cost of living in NYC is INR 30 L-INR 35 L per year, depending on the type of accommodation, location and standard of lifestyle a student opts for. 

Mentioned below are the California Institute of the Arts admission requirements for international students:

UG Admission requirements:

• Complete a three-year bachelor's degree.
• A bachelor's degree from university accredited by the NAAC with a grade of “A”.
• Meet the English language requirements.
• GRE is optional as a part of your application.

PG Admission requirements:

• Complete high school level degree.
• Meet the English language requirements.
• The SAT or ACT is optional as a part of your application.
• Submit two letters of recommendation
• A 30-to 90-second video introduction

California Institute of the Arts MFA fees is INR 47 L for first-year. CalArts School of Art offers Master in Fine Arts degree programme and the duration of the course is 2 years. The table below includes complete first-year cost of studing MFA at the institute with other expenses:

California Institute of the Arts ranks under the top 100 MFA universities in the world by QS in 2024 and #15 in the USA by Shiksha Popularity Ranking. Therefore, it's a good choice to study MFA in USA at the institute for international students. Mentioned below are the general entry requirements for California Institute of the Arts MFA admission:

• Complete a three-year bachelor's degree.
• A bachelor's degree from university accredited by the NAAC with a grade of “A”.
• Meet the English language requirements.
• GRE is optional as a part of your application.

Yes, Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University offers a two-year Master in Fine Arts programme. The PG-level course is offered across four specialisations: Painting, Sculpture, Applied Art and Visual Communication, and Photograph and Media Communication. To be eligible for this course, aspirants should have a valid BFA degree from a recognised university. The eligible applicants have to further take the university entrance test for admission. 

JNAFAU MFA graduates can apply for jobs in the creative job profiles. Candidates with MFA degree can pursue a career in interior design, visual arts, graphic design, industrial design, film production, etc. There is no age limit in this course and hence, anyone with an interest in the creative world with a BFA degree can apply. Some of the common job profiles among MFA graduates are:

• Graphic Designer
• Art Director
• Art Teacher, etc. 

The university College of Fine Arts has a total intake of 61 for the MFA courses. Out of this, the highest seat count is for Applied Art and Visual Communication and Photography and Media Communication. There are 20 seats each for the aforementioned MFA course specialisations. The mentioned seat count is as per the official website. It is however still subject to changes and hence, is indicative. 

Yes, the university has reserved seats under its MFA programmes. To avail this seat, candidates have to submit the important documents. Seat allotment is also subject to performance in the university entrance test and the interview round. Mentioned below are details for JNAFAU MFA seat reservations:

• 5% supernumerary seats for students of other states under National Integration Scheme (NIS).
• 10% supernumerary seats of the intake for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).

The seat intake varies for each of the course specialisation. There are a total of 61 seats for MFA at College of Fine Arts, JNAFAU. Moreover, the seat bifurcation is as follows:

NOTE: The seat count is as per the official website. It is still subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

The selection in MFA course of Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University is entrance-based. Aspirants have to take the University Entrance Test for admission. Candidates shortlisted based on exam scores may get called for an interview round. After final selection, the admission fee amount can be paid for seat confirmation.