Graduate Studies in Art

about our program


Thank you for your interest in the CSUF Graduate Program! Our program offers MFA and MA degrees in Studio Art* and Art History, with prospective graduate students in Studio Art applying under one of eight concentrations. This is a truly exciting time to be at CSUF with the completion of our Visual Arts Modernization Project. Our new state-of-the-art buildings enhance our courses and provide unique learning opportunities with our accomplished faculty. We have expanded our graduate studios, created stunning new exhibition spaces, and integrated cutting-edge technology to provide an enriched and inspiring environment for our students.

*Our Graduate program offers MFA degrees (60 units) in one of 8 studio art areas (ceramics; creative photography and experimental media; drawing and painting; glass; graphic and interactive design; jewelry and metals; illustration; and sculpture). The MA degrees (30 units) is offered in 2 areas (art history; and graphic and interactive design). Please consult the most current version of the College of the Arts University Catalog in the "Students" tab above for more information about the course offerings for those degrees.

areas of graduate study


Art History 

8 Studio Art Concentrations 

Ceramics
Crafts (Jewelry/Metalsmithing) 
Creative Photography & Experimental Media 
Drawing & Painting 
Glass
Graphic & Interactive Design 
Illustration
Sculpture 

APPLICATIONS


MA in Art History Graduate Application
MFA in Art Graduate Application
Frequently Asked Questions

Email | artgrad@fullerton.edu

 

Fall 2026 Application cycle opens on October 1, 2025 

Deadline will be January 31, 2026
There is no Spring semester admission.

important links 

 

Cal State ApplyOpens in new window

Graduate Student Application Checklist

Cost of Attendance

CSUF Net Price Calculator 

Graphic & Interactive Design HandbookOpens in new window

Office of Financial Aid FAQ

Financial Aid for Graduate Students

Graduate Student Housing at Grand Central Art CenterOpens in new window  

Scholarships 

CSUF Department of Art University Catalog

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