I will complete my undergraduate degree in May. Can I apply for this coming fall?

Yes. Students entering the MFA degree program in Visual Communication must hold an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution of higher education. You may apply while your undergraduate degree is in process. Final admission requires a completed baccalaureate degree.

I don’t have a background in design or art--may I still apply?

Yes. Students entering the MFA degree program in Visual Communication are not required to have a background in design or art. The Visual Communication graduate program at Herron encourages cross-disciplinary research approaches and experiences. However, applicants who do not have previous professional design education or experience may be required to complete Foundational Pre-Graduate studies in design before entering the MFA degree program.

Do I need to take some undergraduate courses prior to beginning the MFA program if my undergraduate degree is not in art or design?

Students applying for the MFA degree program in Visual Communication who do not have previous design education or professional experience may be required to complete Foundational Pre-Graduate studies in design before entering the MFA degree program. Foundational Pre-Graduate courses in design are offered for graduate credit but do not apply to the MFA degree requirements. One or two semesters of Foundational Pre-Graduate studies may be required before full admission into the MFA program in Visual Communication. Decisions regarding admission into the Foundational Pre-Graduate program are made on an individual basis.

I’m currently enrolled in another graduate school. May I transfer credits?

No. The Herron Visual Communication graduate program does not accept any transfer credits for work completed at another institution.