MFA

Art: Visual Communication Design

Learn more about studying Art: Visual Communication Design as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,020USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What Jacksonville State University says about their program:

The MFA in Visual Communication and Design at JSU is a terminal degree that allows students to concentrate in one specific discipline under the umbrella of Visual Communication Design (for example, web design or illustration) OR to complete individually crafted interdisciplinary programs of study also under the umbrella of Visual Communication Design. The course of study integrates both research and studio components and is designed to assist students in developing a professional portfolio by the completion of their degree.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate Academic Requirements

  • Minimum high school GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 US grading scale.

Postgraduate Academic Requirements

  • Previous undergraduate or postgraduate degree.

English Proficiency

Undergraduate

  • Duolingo

    85

  • IELTS

    5.5

  • PTE Academic

    45

  • TOEFL iBT

    61

Postgraduate

  • Duolingo

    100

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • PTE Academic

    56

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

English proficiency waivers

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the U.S.
  • Transferring at least 24 academic credit hours from accredited U.S. Institutions

Documents required

  • Academic transcripts
  • Application form
  • Bank statements
  • CV
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • English test scores or waivers
  • Letter of purpose or reference
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose
  • Official Undergraduate Transcripts
  • Passport identification page
  • Proof of language proficiency
  • Reference letters
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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    $21,180 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    From $10,000 per year

Funding

International Merit Scholarship

  • Degree level

    Undergraduate

  • Value

    $5,000 per year for 4 years

  • Availability

    Automatically awarded to admitted first-time freshmen

  • Requirements

  • Must be an international student from an eligible country
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What is the cost of living near Jacksonville State University?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for Jacksonville State University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the USA, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements