Application Requirements and Deadlines
| Program | Degrees Offered | Number of Credits | Full Time/Part Time | Tests Required—Min. Scores |
| Electronic Media Art Design | MFA | 90 | FT | TOEFL—550 (paper-based) / 213 (computer-based) /80 (iBT) Test of Written English (TWE) |
Additional Requirements:
Portfolio
SASE for return of materials
The portfolio should include a presentation of 15 to 20 works, reflecting the consistency in a candidate’s vision as well as the mature development of a personal approach to the work. Slides, CD-ROMs, URLs, DVDs and video are acceptable formats.
Application Deadlines:
March 15; March 1 for award consideration
Prerequisite courses/degrees:
The recommended educational curriculum for applicants is a bachelor of fine arts degree (BFA) in design or studio arts practices with a strong foundation in both traditional and electronic practices. Students with undergraduate degrees other than a BFA may be required to take leveling courses at the undergraduate level as a pre-condition to their admission.
Students with a bachelor of arts degree with a major in art or design should have at least 24 credit hours of studio courses such as photography, electronic art, ceramics, painting, drawing, print making, sculpture, textiles, etc. documented by their transcripts.
Admission Forms:
International applicants
For complete international applicant information, please visit the Office of International Admission site.
DU offers extensive support for international students seeking to learn English or improve their English language skills. Visit the English Language Center’s Web site for more information.
Application fees
A $60 application fee is required. This is a nonrefundable application fee, (bank draft or personal check) drawn on a U.S. bank, that covers the cost of processing application materials. A credit card payment is acceptable for online applications only. Applications will not be processed until this fee is paid. No waivers or deferrals are allowed.
Transcripts
Applicants are required to submit two official transcripts from each postsecondary institution they have attended, or are presently attending, where 2 quarter hours (or 1 semester hour) or more, were completed. The University is not responsible for obtaining an applicant's transcripts, including any record of work completed at the University of Denver. Applicants must also account for any study undertaken outside the United States.
An official transcript must include the original signature of the registrar and/or the seal of the issuing institution, and must be enclosed in an envelope with the stamp or signature of the registrar across the sealed flap. Proof of a bachelor's, and if applicable, a master's degree is required from a regionally accredited college or university. Requested transcripts should be mailed to the applicant and submitted to the University of Denver with supplemental admission materials. Please do not request transcripts to be mailed directly to the University of Denver from other institutions.
All credentials submitted become property of the University of Denver and cannot be copied or returned to the student or any person(s).
Letters of recommendation
Three (3) letters of recommendation are required. All recommendations are to be included with application materials.
Essay (Candidate Statement)
Please provide a personal statement explaining your interest and preparation for the MFA program in electronic media arts design. Include your future goals and purpose in applying for this degree program.
Mailing address
Mail all supplemental admission materials, including official transcripts, in one package to:
University of Denver
Office of Graduate Admission
University Hall, Room 216
2197 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80208