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Stanford MFA in Art Practice Financial Support
Merit Based, Need Based
Fellowship
United States of America
Provided by Stanford University
Eligibility Criteria
- MFA in Art Practice at Stanford University
- Bachelor’s degree (BA, BFA, or BS) from an accredited institution; applicants should have a strong background in art practice, either through formal education or at least three years of independent studio practice.
- Non-native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency (e.g., TOEFL).
- Admission to the MFA program; good academic standing for continued support.
Application Process
- Complete the electronic application via Stanford's Graduate Admissions page.
- $125 (fee waivers available for eligible applicants).
- Upload required documents, including transcripts and letters of recommendation.
- GRE scores are optional; TOEFL required for non-native English speakers.
- Documents Required:
- Academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation
- Statement of purpose
- Resume/CV
- Portfolio of work (e.g., images of artwork)
- Standardized test scores (if applicable)
- Proof of English proficiency (for non-native speakers)
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition waiver
- Annual stipend (amount varies based on funding source)
- Teaching Assistantships providing stipend and tuition
- Access to additional fellowships and scholarships
- Small materials grants to support art projects
- Financial support is provided for the entire duration of the two-year MFA program, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.
- Extra Benefits:
- Individual studio space at the Bleeker site, ranging from 300 to 800 square feet.
- Access to woodworking and machine shops, photo and digital labs, and the Product Realization Lab in the School of Mechanical Engineering.
- Opportunity for a six-month Paris studio residency post-graduation, shared across departments.
- Eligibility for competitive awards such as the Jack and Gertrude Murphy Award ($40,000) and Cadogan Scholarships ($6,500).
Additional Details
- Contact Information:
- Email: artadmissions@stanford.edu
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Fields of Study
Arts
Coverage
Full Tuition Waiver + Other Expenses
Deadline
Program Deadline Applies
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Scholarship Details
TypeMerit Based, Need Based
FundingFellowship
Country United States of America
Universities
Stanford University