In addition to the general application requirements, the program requires the following supplemental information:
- Portfolio: Applicants must submit 10-15pieces of their recent work and/or up to 10 minutes of time-based work. It's important that the work represents your current strengths, interests, skills and experiences. More information about the visual art portfolio can be found here.
- Resume/CV: Applicants must submit a resume that chronologically outlines your background in the arts. This should include exhibitions and awards, as well as professional experiences and related activities, such as research.
- Personal Essay: The personal essay should not exceed three pages and should address the following questions:
- Tell us about your most recent/current art work.
- What would you identify as important artistic and intellectual influences on your art work? In addition to artists, this might also include writers, scientists, theorists, and other cultural producers.
- In what ways do you hope to expand and further your art practice at SMFA at Tufts?
- Two letters of recommendation are required.
- Official TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores, if applicable: A minimum TOEFL score of 90 (iBT), IELTS score of 6.5, or Duolingo score of 100 is required for admission.
Prerequisites
All applicants must hold an undergraduate degree, such as a BA or BFA, from an accredited institution of higher education.
Tuition and Financial Aid
See Tuition and Financial Aid information for GSAS Programs.