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About the Program

The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program at Stanford offers a supportive, collaborative, and intellectually rigorous environment to advance your unique creative voice. Designed for dedicated artists, the program fosters deep critical inquiry and experimental studio practice. Under close faculty mentorship, you will pursue the materials, technologies, and methods best suited to your work while remaining grounded in conceptual rigor and sustained studio practice. This vibrant community is designed to help you build a robust and thoughtful art practice, preparing you for a successful career as a professional artist, educator, or cultural leader.

Meet Our Faculty

Our faculty are the intellectual heart of our program. As renowned researchers, passionate educators, and dedicated mentors, they drive innovation, shape the future of their fields, and inspire the next generation of leaders. Explore our directory to learn more about their teaching, research, and expertise.

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Master of Fine Arts

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Build upon your strong undergraduate art-practice background or independent studio practice, and further build your portfolio. This master’s degree is offered in painting, sculpture, new genres, and photography.
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