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Policies
Grading Policies
Students are expected to earn a grade of “B” or higher (or “S” in courses graded on an S/NC basis) in all courses required for the degree. Failure to meet this standard may result in academic probation or dismissal from the program. When an elective is offered on either a graded or credit/no credit basis, students may select their preferred grading option.
GPA Requirements
Students must maintain a 3.0 grade point average in courses applicable to the degree each quarter.
External Credit Policies
The student must complete a minimum of 48 units of study, all of which must be taken at Stanford.
Additional Program Policies
Graduate students are expected to be in residence at Stanford for the duration of the MFA program, and submit a summer plan to the DGS by the end of the spring quarter in the first year of study. Summer plans include artistic advancement of studio production, material experimentions, research, and new work created.
The department reserves the right to use graduate artwork including paintings, sculptures, new media, printmaking, and photographs in exhibitions serving the interests of the graduate program.