Master of Fine Arts Degree Program

The low-residency program at Maine Media College is for artists interested in engaging in a rigorous educational experience leading to the MFA in Media Arts. Students work in various media arts forms including photography and filmmaking as well as interdisciplinary and transmedia forms.

The College seeks those who are motivated to produce original creative work under the guidance of experienced mentors and eager to participate in a community of artists striving for artistic growth through highly individualized practice and study. The program is designed to be completed in three years.

Recent graduates have completed thesis projects in photography, filmmaking, experimental film and video, artist’s books, installation, social and community-based practice, various forms of time-based media and land art. They work as independent artists, media arts professionals, teachers at the secondary and university levels, and arts organization executives.

View our latest virtual MFA Open House to hear from some of our amazing alumni and also view their latest work: