On this page, you'll find a checklist of required application materials, as well as specific instructions for each program. All required materials should be submitted before the posted deadlines.
Each of our graduate programs has unique requirements for the application process, such as auditions, portfolio submissions, or essays. Our Office of Admission has created helpful videos to help you prepare the various elements of your application
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Application Deadlines
Applications remain open for most graduate programs for fall 2023. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible for fall consideration. Programs will accept applications until all spaces are filled.
The following programs are closed and no longer accepting applications:
- MPS in Communication Design
- MPS in Fashion Management (NYC campus and online)
- MFA in Fine Arts
- MFA in Photography
- MS in Strategic Design and Management
Admission committees will continue to review applications submitted after the priority deadline as long as space is available in the program. This page will be updated to indicate if a program is at capacity and no longer accepting applications. Interested students are strongly encouraged to submit their application and all other required admission materials as early as possible in order to be in the best position for both admission and merit-based scholarship consideration. The Admission Committee will make a decision on your application only after all the required materials have been received.
To meet the visa timeline, international students should apply by June 15. Programs that close before June 15 cannot accept late applicants in any circumstances.
The MFA Photography and MS Strategic Design and Global Leadership programs begin in the summer.
FAFSA (U.S. Citizens and Eligible Non-citizens)
Fall Applicants: February 1 or as soon as possible
Prior Degree Completion
Graduate degree applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited American college or university or the equivalent degree from a foreign college or university. Applicants in the process of completing the bachelor's degree may apply for admission.
Admission to the program requires completion of the bachelor's degree.