Shaping the Future Since 1873
Join a community where creativity is everywhere — inside our studios, in late-night conversations, across disciplines, and throughout the city itself. At Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), artists, designers, educators, and creative thinkers come together to learn from one another, challenge assumptions, and create work that matters. For more than 150 years, MassArt has helped students develop their talents, find their voice, and discover new ways of seeing the world. Located in the heart of Boston, the college combines a rich artistic legacy with the energy of a city known for innovation, culture, and opportunity. Here, you'll be part of a creative community that supports your growth, encourages exploration,
and inspires you to imagine what's possible.
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Welcome from the President Creativity begins with curiosity. The desire to explore an idea, challenge assumptions, and imagine something new or improved. At MassArt, you’ll join a community of artists, designers, educators, and creative thinkers who believe that art and design has the power to shape culture, strengthen communities, and expand what’s possible. For more than 150 years, MassArt has prepared students not only to create exceptional work, but to use their talent and skills to make a meaningful impact. As the nation’s only independent public college of art and design, we are committed to excellence, access, and opportunity. Here, you’ll learn from accomplished faculty, collaborate with talented peers, and take advantage of the creative energy of Boston. You’ll be encouraged to experiment, take risks, and develop an artistic and creative practice that reflects your unique perspective. I’m inspired by MassArt students every day. I see them turning ideas into action, solving challenges with creative solutions, and producing work that helps us see the world in new ways. Their curiosity and ambition remind us that an art and design education is a powerful force for innovation, leadership, and change. If you’re ready to explore your potential and join a vibrant community, imagine what you can create at MassArt — and the impact you’ll have beyond. Come join us!
Mary K. Grant, PhD President
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Artmaking, Excellence, and Impact Every corner of MassArt vibrates with energy and possibility. Our students go deep, diving into what they love, while also eagerly exploring new passions. They immerse themselves in a learning experience where hard work and unbound exploration collide. Through it all, students are guided by our exceptional faculty who foster collaboration and communication and bring rigor and perspective to their teaching. Students work together to apply, refine, and share what they learn, creating a loop that produces a oneof-a-kind educational experience that grows richer by the day. Our students leave MassArt with a powerful liberal arts foundation, unmatched expertise and experience in their area of focus, and the sort of resourcefulness and dedication that can take them anywhere.
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Community, Creativity, and Connections
MASSART IS BIG ENOUGH TO OPEN DOORS AND SMALL ENOUGH TO FEEL LIKE HOME. In a community of artists, designers, and creative thinkers, you'll find people who share your passions, challenge your ideas, and inspire your work. Whether you're collaborating in the studio, gathering in the courtyard between classes, or exploring Boston together, meaningful connections happen every day.
Everyone has their own philosophy about art and design and how they can use that to make an impact on the world in a different way.” - Anthony Stephens BFA ’28 Industrial Design 9
Your Years at MassArt Year 1: Explore All students begin in Studio Foundation, building creative skills through drawing, design, exploration of different media and materials, group collaboration, and critique.
Years 2-4: Go Deeper Choose from 18 majors and multiple minors, including Business of Creative Industries, while developing your expertise and creative voice.
Throughout Your Degree Courses in liberal arts, art history, and humanities will strengthen your critical thinking, communication, and cultural understanding. Classes in creative entrepreneurship provide foundational business skills to empower your creative practice.
Graduate Ready After honing your creative and problemsolving skills, you’ll graduate prepared to shape industries, communities, and culture through art, education, and design. Explore MassArt’s majors and minors
BFA Majors ANIMATION
ARCHITECTURE
ART EDUCATION
Bring ideas to life through movement, storytelling, and experimentation across digital and time-based media.
Shape the built world through design, making, and problem-solving — with people, communities, and the environment in mind.
Become an artist and educator, developing a creative practice that inspires learning and expands what’s possible in the classroom and beyond.
CERAMICS
COMMUNICATION DESIGN
FASHION DESIGN
Explore the creative and technical possibilities of ceramics, connecting experimentation and craftsmanship with contemporary design and global ceramic traditions.
Shape how people see, understand, and connect through typography, branding, information, digital media, and visual design.
Design innovative apparel and textiles while building the creative and technical skills for a career in fashion. 11
BFA Majors FIBERS
FILM / VIDEO
GLASS
Transform textiles and traditional techniques into bold, contemporary work spanning art, design, installation, and beyond.
Create powerful moving-image work that challenges conventions and explores narrative, experimental, and emerging forms.
Harness the possibilities of glass through craft, technology, experimentation, and a distinctly personal vision.
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ILLUSTRATION
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN
Explore art across cultures and time while developing the research, critical thinking, and visual expertise to understand why art matters.
Turn ideas into compelling images through drawing, visual storytelling, and inventive approaches across print, digital, and emerging media.
Imagine and make products, systems, and experiences that respond to real human needs and shape a better future. 13
BFA Majors JEWELRY & METALSMITHING
PAINTING
PHOTOGRAPHY
Transform metal and other materials into wearable and sculptural work through experimentation and creative risk-taking.
Develop your own visual language as you explore painting through experimentation, critical dialogue, and contemporary practice.
See the world differently through image-making that spans analog, digital, experimental, and interdisciplinary approaches.
PRINTMAKING
SCULPTURE
Make images you can’t make any other way through print processes that combine tradition, experimentation, and endless possibilities.
Think beyond the object and work across materials, scale, space, and installation to bring ambitious ideas into the physical world.
STUDIO FOR INTERRELATED MEDIA (SIM) Break boundaries between disciplines by combining media, performance, sound, technology, and experimental forms to create work that doesn’t fit in a box.
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Student Life, Support, and Community at MassArt
STUDENT LIFE: OPPORTUNITIES TO ENGAGE
COMMUNITY: HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE
MassArt provides a creative, student-centered environment shaped by ideas, energy, and shared interests. The Student Government Association (SGA) and the MassArt Activities Council (MAC), are just two of the over 60 organizations, clubs, exhibitions, events, and leadership opportunities that create connection and a strong sense of belonging.
At MassArt, creativity doesn’t stop when class ends. Whether you’re living in Smith Hall, the award-winning Tree House Residence, or the Artists’ Residence, you’ll be part of a vibrant community of artists and designers who learn, create, and grow together.
SUPPORT FOR YOUR SUCCESS: RESOURCES AND WELL-BEING
Living on campus offers opportunities to collaborate, build lasting friendships, and immerse yourself in campus life while exploring one of the world’s great creative cities.
Success looks different for every student. That’s why MassArt offers a network of support that meets you where you are. Academic advising, tutoring, accessibility services, health and wellness resources, counseling, and career development work together to help you stay on track, overcome challenges, and achieve your goals. Whatever your path, you’ll have people who know your name, understand your ambitions, and are ready to help you make the most of your MassArt experience.
From exhibitions and events to student organizations and creative experiences, there are countless ways to connect, collaborate, and get involved at MassArt. With dedicated on-campus support and a community that cares, you’ll have the resources to thrive both in and out of the studio.
TWO YEARS OF HOUSING GUARANTEED Live in the heart of Boston’s Fenway neighborhood, surrounded by world-class museums, local restaurants, green spaces, and endless opportunities to explore the city. With two years of guaranteed housing for incoming students, you’ll find connection, support, and creative energy from the moment you arrive. 17
Boston is Our Backyard Boston is more than where you'll live — it's where you'll build connections, gain experience, and discover what's possible. At MassArt, you'll be part of a creative community connected to a city and state that inspires, challenges, and opens doors. With public transportation right next to campus, you’ll become a curious explorer, discovering new neighborhoods, ideas, people, and possibilities throughout the city and beyond. Home to more than 35 colleges and universities, world-class museums and galleries, and a thriving network of creative agencies, technology companies, biotechnology leaders, nonprofits, and startups, Boston is one of the world's leading centers for innovation, culture, and higher education. Here, you'll find opportunities to gain hands-on experience through internships, exhibitions, community partnerships, and industry connections — all just steps from campus.
Top 10 Global City
2025 OXFORD ECONOMICS GLOBAL CITIES INDEX
#9 Best Innovation Cluster
BOSTON/CAMBRIDGE WIPO 2025
All MassArt students receive free access to museums throughout Boston, including the Museum of Fine Arts (center) and the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum (bottom).
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Connections Beyond Campus CENTER FOR ART AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS (CACP) At MassArt, creativity is a force for connection and change. Through CACP, students collaborate with local organizations and communities to address real-world challenges through art and design. These experiences help students grow as artists, creative thinkers, and engaged citizens while making an impact beyond the studio. (above) CACP students and a local mural
THE WORLD IS YOUR STUDIO: STUDY ABROAD
(right) MassArt students and faculty on a trip to China
Explore new places, perspectives, and creative influences. Short-term and semester programs offer structured, supported opportunities to learn and create globally. Engage with artists, designers, and communities around the world while gaining new insights that enrich your work and broaden your perspective.
CROSS-COLLEGE OPPORTUNITIES You’ll be part of Boston’s wider university community through MassArt’s partnerships in the Colleges of the Fenway and the ProArts Consortium. Expand your creative and academic experiences by taking a wide variety of classes at other institutions, getting involved in dozens of extracurricular activities from athletics to the performing arts, accessing other libraries and resources, and participating in hundreds of cross-campus events. 21
MassArt Grads are Joyfully & Successfully Making Their Mark
Creative Futures are Made at MassArt
Every creative journey is different. At MassArt, you’ll graduate with the confidence, expertise, and creative perspective to shape your own path.
Maybe you know exactly where it is you want to go. Maybe college is where you plan to figure it out. Either way, you’ll find what you need to turn your passion, talent, and drive into a rewarding and meaningful career. Whatever path they pursue, our students inherently understand the power of art and design to solve problems, improve lives, and build communities.
Ready for the real world: Practical experience matters in today’s rapidly evolving, dynamic economy. That’s why MassArt students gain real-world experience through internships, applying what they learn in professional settings while building their networks, contributing to organizations, and exploring career opportunities.
Up your career game: Exploring where an art and design career can take you is exciting.
4,300+ APPROVED JOB & INTERNSHIP LISTINGS THROUGH CAREER SERVICES
Explore more alumni journeys
GENNIFER LEONG-ALVARADO BFA ’99 SIM LOS ANGELES, CA
JOHN REGO BFA ’18 ILLUSTRATION BOSTON, MA
Gennifer Leong-Alvarado has helped shape some of the world’s most recognizable entertainment brands, including MTV, the Oprah Winfrey Network, and Disney Entertainment. Today, she leads creative strategy and design for Disney Entertainment, proving how interdisciplinary thinking can transform stories into global experiences.
From gallery walls to the global stage, John Rego creates illustrations that capture imagination and celebrate community. His selection as the designer of the Official FIFA World Cup 26™ Boston Host City Poster reflects a career centered on inventive storytelling, artistic excellence, and the power of illustration to bring people together.
ERIN ROBERTSON BFA ’16 FIBERS & FASHION NEW YORK, NY
HEILY RIVAS BFA ’24 FASHION DESIGN MIAMI, FL
Erin Robertson brings artistry, innovation and environmental responsibility to the future of fashion. Winner of Lifetime’s “Project Runway” Season 15, her vibrant, boundary-pushing designs demonstrate how fashion can challenge convention and inspire more thoughtful ways of creating.
As part of a new generation of designers redefining the future of fashion, Heily Rivas is earning recognition for her innovative, sustainability-focused work. By blending bold creativity with responsible design, she's helping shape an industry where style and purpose go hand in hand.
MORGAN PETERSON BFA/BS ’06 SIM/GLASS SEATTLE, WA
DAVE SCHLAFMAN BFA’04 SIM SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Morgan Peterson transforms glass into bold works of imagination that challenge expectations and spark conversation. As a member of Dale Chihuly's studio team and winner of Netflix's “Blown Away” Season 4, she has built an internationally recognized career that celebrates experimentation, craftsmanship, and fearless creative vision.
Innovation thrives where creativity and technology intersect. As Director of Product Design, Games at Netflix, Dave Schlafman brings interdisciplinary thinking to immersive gaming experiences that connect millions of players around the world.
Our Career Development team is here to help with:
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• Career exploration resources and tools • Internship and job listings, events, and databases • Resume, cover letter, and interview guidance • Webinars and workshops • One-on-one career advising • Alumni networking and mentoring through our robust MassArt Alumni Connect portal
Arts Administrator Architect Art Historian Attorney Brand/Identity Designer Community Art Coordinator Costume Designer Creative Director Curator Designer/Builder
Editorial Photographer Educator/Instructor Entrepreneur Event Producer Fashion Designer Filmmaker/Cinematographer Film Editor/Video Editor Furniture Designer Game Designer Graphic Designer
SURVEYED ALUMNI REPORTED THAT THEIR CURRENT EMPLOYMENT IS RELATED TO THEIR MAJOR
Graphic Novelist Industrial Designer Inventor Illustrator Jewelry Designer Lead Animator Motion Graphic Artist Object Designer Producer Product Designer
State Legislator Studio Artist Television Producer/Director Urban Planner User Experience (UX) Designer Video Game Designer Web/Interactive Designer
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Cost and Aid
As the nation’s only independent public college of art and design, MassArt is committed to making an exceptional creative education accessible. Through financial aid guidance, scholarships, and planning resources, we help students and families understand their options.
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KEY DATES
Know Your Tuition Level MassArt offers three different levels of tuition based on residency: In-State (for MA residents), a New England and New York rate, and an Out-of-State rate.
LET’S CONNECT
Explore Available Aid MassArt offers several types of aid, including grants, scholarships, loans and work-study. Visit the massart.edu/costsandaid or use the QR code below.
PORTFOLIO REVIEW
FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS
An early opportunity to connect with Admissions counselors, ask questions, and strengthen your application.
Early Action Deadline: December 1 Deadline: February 15 Rolling admission as space is available.
VISIT MASSART
TRANSFER STUDENTS
Submit the FAFSA Early Completing the FAFSA is the first step in the financial aid process and ensures you’re considered for the widest range of available aid. Priority deadlines vary for first-year and transfer students
Tour campus, explore studios and spaces, meet students, and learn about creative life in Boston.
Priority Deadline (Spring): October 15
Schedule an Appointment Our Financial Aid team is here to assist you throughout the financial aid process, guiding you when you enter MassArt and supporting you through graduation.
HOW TO APPLY
Estimate Your Costs with the Net Price Calculator See a personalized estimate of your costs after grants and scholarships. The Net Price Calculator helps you and your family better understand your investment and plan for college with confidence.
Apply online with: your application, portfolio, transcript, and supporting documents.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES MARCH 1 First-time College Student Financial Aid Deadline
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Transfer Student Financial Aid Priority Deadline
Learn more about Financial Aid
Our Admissions team is here to help you understand the process, prepare your portfolio, and take the next step with confidence.
Priority Deadline (Fall): March 1 Rolling admission after priority deadline as space is available.
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Our Galleries
Exhibit. Curate. Connect. From your first year through graduate study, MassArt’s galleries become part of your creative journey. With ten academic and departmental galleries across campus, and the MassArt x SOWA gallery for graduate students in Boston’s South End neighborhood, students have opportunities to exhibit their work, collaborate on exhibitions, and gain hands-on experience in curatorial practice, installation, and gallery operations.
MASSART ART MUSEUM Located on MassArt’s campus, the MassArt Art Museum (MAAM) is a free and welcoming space for contemporary art — presenting bold exhibitions, public programs, and conversations that invite everyone to engage with new ideas.
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Student Art
Artwork Credits (clockwise from left): Haley Johnson, BFA ‘23 Painting, Greetings from Maroon Lake; Lucius Mitton, BFA ‘25 Studio for Interrelated Media (SIM), collecting (star) dust, 2022; Jules Grande, BFA ‘23 Jewelry/Metalsmithing, Star Stones Ring, 2022; Dante Canario, BFA ‘23 Illustration, Haileyo, 2023; Lillian Pexton, BFA ‘24 Fashion Design, Hike Up Your Skirt, 2022.
Artwork Credits (clockwise from left): Julia Underdah, BFA ‘23 Sculpture, Grid of steel double cones, 2022; Jennifer Collins, BFA ‘24 Photography, Untitled (Orange Landscape), 2023; Ruby Stone, BFA ‘25 Glass, Don't Let the Bed Bugs Bite, 2023; Kurt Kindermann, BFA ‘24 Industrial Design, Polaroid One-shot Redesign, 2022; Minna Abalian, BFA ‘24 Animation, film still of Marbleous, 2024.
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