Application Deadline: February 1
Admission Requirements
For full consideration, you must submit your complete application, including outlined application materials, by February 1. Required application materials include:
- Bachelor of Art (B.A.), Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) or equivalent degree. Transfer credit is typically not accepted.
- Official set of transcripts: These may have to be sent by us postal mail, or depending on your prior institution, may have an electronic record that can be submitted with your online application. Please review the definition and requirements for official transcripts.
- Statement of Intent: This is typically 1-2 pages. Why are you applying for graduate school? Why Ohio University? What are your future goals? Is there any information about your past experience/skills that is not reflected on your resume?
- Artist Statement: This is typically one page. Tell us about your current research interests, influences, and artwork.
- Resume/CV
- Portfolio: Documentation of original artwork: Submit 20 images or other documentation (video, audio, etc.) of recent, original artwork. Along with each artwork, include artwork information and descriptive text where appropriate. Detail slides are acceptable where necessary.
- Three Letters of Recommendation: Submit the contact information for three references. Our system will automatically send recommenders a request via email for their submission. Their responses should be submitted by the February 1 deadline.
- English Proficiency Requirement: Please review information about Ohio University's minimum English Language Proficiency requirements for graduate study.
Note: Except for the official transcripts, NO materials should be sent through standard mail. Portfolios on CD or DVD will not be considered.
International Students: This program permits full-time enrollment in residence at Ohio University, and an I-20 may be issued based on admission to this program.
Contact ArtGrad@ohio.edu for questions about the application process.
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School of Art + Design Graduate Admissions
The Ohio University Art Galleries host three to five exhibitions per year of works by nationally and internationally known artists of all disciplines. During the past years, Steve Rucker, Linda Herritt, Phyllis McGibbon, Harvey Breverman, Xu Bing, Mark Dion, Mary Jo Boles, Van McElwee, Burhan Dogancay, Annie Sprinkle, and Stefan Sagmeister, among many others, have exhibited work in our galleries.
Every spring semester, the galleries host multiple Bachelor and Master of Fine Arts thesis exhibitions, serving an integral part in the capstone experience of the School of Art + Design students and faculty.
Keep up to date with exhibition photos and event updates available on our Facebook Page.
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Exhibition Archives
From professional actors to international musicians to award-winning filmmakers, our visiting artists and scholars offer collaborative, hands-on experiences for our students. The Chaddock + Morrow College of Fine Arts supports a curated selection of artists and scholars who bring their professional expertise, research, and practice to expand classroom experiences and student engagement.
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