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TABLE OF CONTENTS 05 WELCOME
33 MEET OUR ALUMNI
07 PROGRAM OVERVIEW
47 FACULTY
10 CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
56 CAREER SERVICES
12 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
58 APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
20 CAMPUS LIFE & COLUMBUS
62 HOW TO APPLY
26 VISITING ARTISTS & SCHOLARS 28 OFF CAMPUS EXPERIENCE
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Thanks for taking the time to get to know more about the New Projects MFA program at CCAD. Since 2010 our students and faculty have built a unique graduate community that is completely focused on the work you want to do regardless of media or area. It’s a community that is supportive and rigorous, demanding yet compassionate. It’s a community that believes boundaries between media are porous and that unexpected things happen in those in-between spaces. A community where students from very different backgrounds talk to each other about their projects and are provided with the facilities and resources to create, experiment and explore. A place where late night studio conversations happen between graphic novelists, animators and painters, and sculptors work with industrial designers and photographers. We understand that artists and designers need the skills and knowledge to sustain their practice and be successful after graduate school. This can mean different things to different people but the ability to articulate, organize and think clearly about one’s work, time, resources and career are vital. Our project based format and emphasis on professionalism prepare artists and designers for what is next. It works. Our alumni are receiving grants, residencies, teaching positions, exhibitions and jobs. They are fluent, savvy and literate across multiple disciplines and are building a more creative community in Columbus and across the country. If this sounds like the kind of community you’d like to be a part of then please read on and contact us. We’d love to talk with you.
Ric Petry Director of Graduate Studies
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OVERVIEW NEW PROJECTS PROGRAM CCAD’s New Projects program presents a unique and exciting curriculum that pursues creative excellence through the development of projects rather than the study of specific media. It is based on the belief that an artist’s studio practice is best learned through the quest to complete a defined exploration. The program stresses studio mastery, individual scholarship, and real world practices such as organization, communication, clarity of thought, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills. The MFA program educates artists who are capable of taking on interesting artistic endeavors and who also have the skills and talents to make their vision manifest.
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DEGREE TYPE Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree. The MFA is recognized as the highest degree in the creative practice of visual art. It is earned through rigorous scholarship in both academic seminars and studio practice. 10
ACCREDITATION The college and the graduate program are accredited by both the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
PROGRAM MISSION & VISION Our mission is to prepare professional artists to be creative leaders in the community and the world at large. We value an educational experience grounded in the production of art and illuminated by community, critical thought, entrepreneurial insight, and creative spirit.
CURRICULUM OVERVIEW 12
FIRST SEMESTER Graduate Seminar GRNP5000 3 credits Graduate Art History Seminar Elective 3 credits Studio Projects I GRNP5007 6 credits Digital Culture GRNP5009 3 credits SECOND SEMESTER Graduate Seminar GRNP5001 3 credits Graduate Art History Seminar Elective 3 credits Studio Projects II* GRNP5008 6 credits Elective Course 3 credits Graduate Progress Assessment GRNP5080X
THIRD SEMESTER Graduate Seminar GRNP5002 3 credits Professional Practices GRNP5070 3 credits Thesis Projects I* GRNP6070 9 credits
FOURTH SEMESTER Graduate Seminar GRNP5003 3 credits Thesis Projects II* GRNP6071 9 credits Anytime during the four semesters or in the summer: Off-Campus Experience GRNP5099 3 credits *Prerequisite needed
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COURSE DESCRIPTIO 14
STUDIO PROJECTS Semesters 1, 2
A project-based, individually mentored course that is focused on planning, production, and presentation of independently proposed, semester-long projects. Students develop a project proposal and work with individual faculty to realize the semester’s project. Emphasis is on one-on-one contact and feedback with the chosen faculty.
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GRADUATE SEMINAR Semesters 1– 4
The graduate critique seminar required of all matriculated MFA students. Graduate students meet weekly for presentations, critiques, and discussions of current in-progress projects. Various topics and visiting artists will be introduced. Students are expected to take a strong leadership role. 16
GRADUATE ART HISTORY SEMINAR Semesters 1, 2
Select from a variety of graduate level Art History courses focused in theory, criticism, writing, curatorial practices, or art/design/film history. For a full list of course options visit www.ss.ccad.edu/SelfServ/Home.aspx and look through our course catalog.
DIGITAL CULTURE Semester 1
Digital Culture redefines and reintroduces presentation methods as both physical technology and conceptual application. Students will experience the technology already present in their lives as a viable delivery system for their work. Students will gain awareness to a wide variety of delivery tools and an understanding of how to leverage these tools in both the classroom and in the marketplace GRADUATE PROGRESS ASSESSMENT Semester 2
During the last weeks of your second semester, you will be required to complete the Graduate Progress Assessment, which consists of a written component and participating in a group exhibition/event. UNDERGRADUATE CLASSES Timing Varies
All courses offered at CCAD are available to graduate students subject to availability. Courses are taken on an audit basis and arranged through your studio faculty mentors.
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THE LEARNING BLOG One of the unique aspects of the New Projects curriculum is its emphasis on communication and success. The faculty believes that it is important for today’s artists to be able to explain their research, document their influences, and engage in meaningful dialogue about their work. Students are required to keep a learning blog for the duration of the program. This site serves as the documentation of their explorations, thoughts, dialogues, and feelings as they move through the curriculum.
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICES Semester 3
Oriented to individual student needs and goals, this course addresses the tools and skill sets students will need for success after graduation. Issues of entrepreneurialism, marketing, and leadership are covered along with the practical application of creative/business partnership overall. OFF-CAMPUS EXPERIENCE Timing Varies
The Off-Campus Mentoring program is designed to offer alternative critical insight, mentoring, and/or experience. A list of artists, scholars, and organizations that have agreed to work with CCAD MFA students on an individual basis is available. Contact with off-campus mentors can be real, virtual, or some combination. *Please refer to pg 28 for a list of off campus experiences our students have participated in. THESIS PROJECTS I & II Semester 3, 4
Thesis Projects I focuses on the initial thesis project proposal, development, and implementation. Students will choose their thesis advisor, develop their thesis proposal, and complete their pre-thesis review. Emphasis will be placed on the highest professional standards of development, planning, and execution. Thesis Projects II focuses on the final thesis project development and exhibition. Emphasis will be placed on originality and the highest professional standards of development and execution.
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CERTIFICATE OF COLLEGE ART INSTRUCTION Elective Course of Study
This internal certificate program recognizes successful completion of designated coursework and a series of teaching internships focused on the teaching of studio art at a postsecondary level. It is an elective program and is not required for the MFA degree.
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TEACHING METHODS GRNP5071 3 credits Semester 2
A weekly graduate seminar focused on teaching, planning, and assessment of college-level studio art classes. Taken in conjunction with Graduate Teaching Internship, GRNP5072. TEACHING INTERNSHIP I & II GRPN5072/3 0 credits (paid); Semester 2,3
The Teaching Internship provides a strong experiential foundation for teaching studio art at the college level. Students are matched with regular CCAD faculty in appropriate courses to both observe and assist with course delivery. Upon successful completion of the teaching internship, you can apply to be a Graduate Teaching Associate (instructor of record). If you have significant teaching experience, you may be exempt from the internship requirement at the discretion of the program director.
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DAILY LIFE IS EASY, AND PEOPLE ARE FRIENDLY. AND YOUNG—COLUMBUS IS ONE OF THE NATION’S LARGEST COLLEGE TOWNS, SO THERE’S LOTS OF RULE-BENDING ENERGY, BIG THINKING, AND STUFF TO DO. ▶ Professional studios and equipment for each major area of study. ▶ A huge exhibition hall, many smaller galleries, and an active exhibitions program that brings national and international artists and artwork to campus. ▶ Supply store with discounts for CCAD students. ▶ Student center with a café, lounges, and a fitness center. ▶ 400-seat auditorium.
CCAD’S SAFE DOWNTOWN CAMPUS IS GREEN, BEAUTIFUL, AND HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED— ALL WITHIN A SHORT WALKING DISTANCE. ▶ Dining options: New dining hall, café, and convenience store. ▶ Apartment-style housing for graduate students. ▶ 24-hour security. ▶ Free local bus service. ▶ Columbus Museum of Art on the corner of campus. ▶ Grocery and restaurants within 5 minute walking distance. ▶ Tours at: www.ccad.edu/admissions/campus-life
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COLUMBUS IS A CITY BIG ENOUGH TO OFFER CHALLENGES, VARIETY, AND OPPORTUNITY, BUT SMALL ENOUGH THAT YOUR VOICE AND CONTRIBUTIONS MATTER. ▶ 1.7 million people (including 115,000 college students) ▶ One of the top 10 creative scenes in the U.S. ▶ One of the 15 most affordable cities in the U.S. ▶ Airport 10 minutes from campus for easy access to New York City, Chicago, and other cultural/arts centers.
CCAD CAMPUS 1. Canzani Center 60 Cleveland Ave. 2. Loann Crane Center for Design 112 Cleveland Ave. 3. Administration Building 107 N. Ninth St. 4. Schottenstein Residence Hall 95 N. Ninth St. 5. Kinney Hall 470 E. Gay St. 6. Battelle Hall 101 N. Washington 7. Visiting Artist Residence 525 Boone St. 8. CCAD Design Studios on Broad 390 E. Broad St. 9. Grant Labs 76-82 N. Grant Ave. 10. Design Square Apartments 91 Cleveland Ave. 11. Studio Hall 122 N. Grant Ave. 12. Studio Hall Annex 110 N. Grant Ave. 13. Circle Hall 145 N Grant Ave. 14. Amelita Mirolo Fine Arts Building 161 N. Grant Ave.
CCAD NEIGHBORS 15. First Congregational Church 444 E. Broad St. 16. Columbus Museum of Art
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VISITING ART & SCHOLARS PAST VISITORS INCLUDE:
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Benjamin Anastas Claire Ashley Anthea Behm Ian Berry Dawoud Bey Tom Burckhardt Kathy Butterly Felipe Castelblanco Olaya Roz Chast Malcolm Cochran Martha Colburn Kelli Connell Holland Cotter Rebecca Cummings Geshe la Kalsang Damdul Cheryl Donegan Leonardo Drew Latifa Echakhch Angela Ellsworth Brian Ewing Matt Fraction Jonathan Franzen Joe Fyfe Kenneth Goldsmith Fritz Haeg
Trenton Doyle Hancock Eleanor Heartney Doug Ischar Miranda July Sevdije Kastroti Martin Kersels Byron Kim Nicola Lopez Colleen Macklin Greil Marcus Tony Matelli Aspen Mays Heather McGill Lauren MacMullan Michael Mercil Jason Middlebrook Donald Moffett Carrie Moyer Boru O’Brien O’Connell Odili Odita Sharon Olds Kaz Oshiro Gary Panter J. Morgan Puett Aurora Robson
Alexis Rockman Allison Rossiter Jon Rubin Stefan Sagmeister Marjane Satrapi Daniel Shea Anna Shteynshleyger Todd Slaughter Jeff Smith Chris Hanson & Hendrika Sonnenberg Luke Stettner threeASFOUR Fred Tomaselli Natasha Trethewey Brian Ulrich Nari Ward Chris Ware Micah White Ofer Wolberger Mike Womack John Yau Chip Zdarsky James Zemaitis Almond Zigmund
RTISTS S As part of CCAD’s graduate program, the college brings in guest artists and scholars each semester. These artists may teach workshops and seminars, engage in one-on-one mentoring with the MFA students, and/or lecture as part of CCAD’s Visiting Artists & Scholars series, which is a lecture series that is open to the entire student body and public.
PAST EXPERIENCES INCLUDE:
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Angela Meleca Gallery, Columbus, OH Aurora Robson, painter and installation artist, New York, NY Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts Dorothy Gill Barnes, fiber artist, Columbus, OH Burren College of Art; residency, Ballyvaughan, Ireland Coyote Canyon MFA Residency, hosted by Wide Open Studios Elsewhere Residency, Greensboro, NC Franklin Park Conservatory, Columbus, OH Fuller Art Center, Los Alamos, NM George Pratt, illustrator and graphic novelist Glass Axis, glass art co-op Gullkistan Center for Creativity, residency, Laugarvatn, Iceland Homestead National Monument, Beatrice, NE Igloo Press, custom letter press Laika Studios, animation studio, Hillsboro, OR Michael J. Rosen, author and illustrator Microscope Gallery, Brooklyn, NY Mildred’s Lane, artists’ residency Mike Olenick, art & tech studio editor, Wexner Center Nathan Sampson, architect Nicola López, printmaker and installation artist, New York, NY Ohio Art League, non-profit, Columbus, OH Pilchuck Glass School, Seattle, WA Pizzuti Collection, Columbus, OH Simonetta Moro, artist, living and working in New York, NY
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FF CAMPUS XPERIENCE During students’ studies, they are required to participate in an off-campus experience. Options include individual mentoring with an artist or professional, foreign study, or an internship with a nonprofit or business. Check out the list below for examples of recent artists and organizations that have provided off-campus experiences.
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MEET OUR ALUMNI
VIRGINIA KISTLER CLASS OF 2012
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The relationships that I had with my mentors really stands out in my mind. Having one-on-one time to discuss your work with faculty was invaluable.
VIRGINIAKISTLER.COM Exhibition Designer, Boss Display Columbus, Ohio, United States
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to mature as an artist. You are pushed, and ultimately you grow, while your work becomes stronger.
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In looking at MFA “ programs, I was interested
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JAYNE STRUBLE CLASS OF 2014
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Columbus was the perfect city for this step of my life. It was large enough to support an active artistic scene but small enough to feel like a community.
JAYNESTRUBLE.COM Contemporary Artist Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
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CCAD is rooted in professionalism. I don’t think it has the wild uninhibited personality of some art schools that glorifies the eccentric, and to be honest, that isn’t a realistic mode to work in for most professional settings. There is no doubt that can be found at CCAD but much of the personality is geared towards professionalism. JASONSCHWABART.COM Visiting Faculty, Kutztown University Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, United States
WAB CLASS OF 2014
I knew I wanted to open myself up to new dialogue from a variety of people working in a variety of mediums. I didn’t want a group of people who all spoke the same visual language critiquing my work over and over.
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DALONG YA CLASS OF 2015
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The MFA program at CCAD is called “New Projects” which nails its most outstanding feature, that it allows the students to do any type of art they want and assist each of us throughout the whole process.
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I had a business background but the whole program was open-minded to it and encouraged me to combine both artistic and commercial sides of my life which has lead me further on my career path.
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While in the program, I was lucky to have worked for New York Fashion Week for several seasons as a photographer. I gained invaluable experiences by working for designers studios like Alexander Wang Inc. -Dalong Yang
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KIMBERLY I enrolled in CCAD’s MFA program first and foremost to grow as an artist. What I thought that meant initially and what that ended up being were vastly different and thankfully so.
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Yes, the program enriched my life as an “artist” but what I found was my own path in defining what that enrichment meant for me. Thankfully, it was much more than merely material or academic. I dove into a greater depth of understanding myself, my surroundings, and my purpose.
KIMBERLYMWEBB.COM Director of Ohio Art League Salisbury, Maryland, United States
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FACULTY FACULTY MEMBERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ADVERTISING & GRAPHIC DESIGN ANIMATION CERAMICS DRAWING FASHION DESIGN GLASS ILLUSTRATION INDUSTRIAL DESIGN INTERACTIVE DESIGN INTERIOR DESIGN JEWELRY PAINTING PHOTOGRAPHY PRINTMAKING SCULPTURE VIDEO
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JULIE ABIJANAC Installation, Fiber, MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art JEREMY BAKER Animation, MFA, Ohio State University CHARLOTTE BELLAND Animation, Chair of Animation, MFA, Ohio State University JOSHUA BODMAN Advertising & Graphic Design, Chair of Advertising & Graphic Design, MFA, Ohio University
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KELLY DeVORE Interior Design, Chair of Interior Design, MFA, Ohio State University DELANO ELLIS Industrial Design, MFA, Savannah College of Art and Design JOHN FERGUS-JEAN Photography, MFA, Rochester Institute of Technology SONYA FIX Critical Theory, Writing, PhD, New York University
CAROL BORAM-HAYES Art History, PhD, Ohio State University
PHIL GARRETT Cinematic Arts, MFA, Ohio State University
CASEY BRADLEY Sculpture, MFA, Bowling Green State University
TOM GATTIS Industrial Design, Dean SODA, MDes, Bemidji State University
MOLLY J. BURKE Glass, Installation, MFA, Ohio State University
NICOLE GIBBS Sculpture, Ceramics, MFA, Ohio State University
JOHN CAIRNS Art & Technology, MFA, University of Cincinnati
MICHAEL GOODSON Curatorial Studies, Sculpture, MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art
MICHAEL COMPTON Design, MFA, Columbus College of Art & Design SUZANNE COTTON Fashion, Chair of Fashion Design, MS, Franklin University
CAROL GRIFFITH Painting, Professor, MFA, Ohio University HIROSHI HAYAKAWA Photography, MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art
NICOLE GIBBS
CASEY BRADLEY
SUZANNE COTTON
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TOM RICHNER
KELLY MALEC-KOSAK
RIC PETRY
CF PAYNE
JOHN KORTLANDER
GORDON LEE
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CHARLOTTE BELLAND
TRACY ROBBINS
CAROL GRIFFITH
KATHY McGHEE
TOM RICHNER
HELEN HOFFELT Photography, MFA, State University of New York at New Paltz
ELAINE GROGAN LUTTRULL Business & Entrepreneurship, MA, University of Missouri
ERIC HOMAN Cinematic Arts, MFA, Florida Atlantic University
JAMES LUTZ Advertising & Graphic Design, MS, Franklin University
DANIELLE JULIANNORTON Sculpture, Installation, MFA, University of Notre Dame SOPHIA KARTSONIS Writing, PhD, University of Cincinnati JENNIFER KAUFMANNBUHLER Design History, PhD, University of Wisconsin-Madison JOHN KORTLANDER Painting, MFA, University of Colorado JEANNINE KRAFT Art History, PhD, National University of Ireland, Maynooth GORDON LEE Painting, MFA, Cranbrook Academy of Art ROBERT LOSS English & Philosophy, MFA, Creative Writing, Ohio State University
KELLY MALEC-KOSAK Metals, Sculpture, Chair Fine Arts, MFA, California College of the Arts ANDREW McCAULEY Painting & Drawing, MFA, Columbus College of Art & Design LAURENN McCUBBIN Illustration, MFA, Duke University, University of Nevada, Las Vegas KATHY McGHEE Printmaking, MFA, Ohio State University STEWART McKISSICK Illustration, Chair of Illustration, MFA, Syracuse University JOY MILLANA Cinematic Arts, MFA, Academy of Art University MATT MOHR Advertising & Graphic Design, MFA, Parsons The New School for Design
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KELLY NYE Metals, Sculpture, MFA, California State University, Long Beach ADAM OSGOOD Illustration & Animation, MAD, North Carolina State University C.F. PAYNE Illustration, BFA, Columbus College of Art & Design KON PETROCHUK Cinematic Arts, MFA, San Francisco State University
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RICHARD PETRY Photography, Video, Director of Graduate Studies, MFA, Tyler School of Art, Temple University TAMARA PETERSON Painting, Drawing, MFA, Ohio University TOM RICHNER Animation, MFA, University of California, Los Angeles TIM RIETENBACH Sculpture, MFA, Ohio State University
REBECCA ROBINSON Fashion Design, MFA, University of Cincinnati IAN RUFFINO Painting, Printmaking, MFA, Ohio State University KANAME TAKADA Ceramics, MFA, University of Notre Dame GREG THUNE Industrial Design, Chair of Industrial Design, MS, Franklin University RON SAKS Cinematic Arts, Chair of Cinematic Arts, MFA, University of California, Los Angeles DUNCAN SNYDER Photography, Chair of Photography MFA, Maryland Institute College of Art MELISSA VOGLEY-WOODS Sculpture, Installation, MFA, Ohio State University JAMES WEIGLE Printmaking, Professor, MFA Pennsylvania State University
ROBERT ROBBINS Drawing, Painting, MFA, Yale
CARMEN WINANT Critical Theory, Art History, MFA, California College of the Arts
TRACY ROBBINS Animation, MFA, University of Cincinnati
REBECCA ZOMCHEK Illustration; MFA, School of Visual Arts
MOLLY BURKE
STEWART McKISSICK
MARK FITZPATRICK
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The Office of Career Services assists all CCAD students and alumni with career and professional development. ONE-ON-ONE APPOINTMENTS FOR: ▶ Resume or cover letter review ▶ Job and internship search assistance ▶ Interviewing skills ▶ Networking assistance ▶ Career decision-making WORKSHOPS From copyright law and contracts to writing resumes, networking, employer visits, and more. 58
FAIRS ▶ Internship Fair (in fall for students registered with Career Services) ▶ Art Fair (fall and spring, open to CCAD students and alumni) ▶ Directions Career Fair (in spring for graduating students) CCADCareers.com Career Services maintains postings for jobs, internships, and other opportunities and resources at CCADCareers.com, which lists exclusively art and design-related opportunities. (Nonart or -design position listings are maintained in the Career Services office.) Students and alumni can search for opportunities that range from full and part-time jobs to internships and freelance work. Employers and members of the community can post their opportunities. For more info, visit www.ccad.edu/careers.
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N NTS APPLICATION MATERIALS ▶ Portfolio—Your portfolio should consist of 20 examples of your work, or three time-based works, or some combination. It should be submitted entirely as digital files through ccad.slideroom.com. ▶ Project proposal—PDF format. ▶ Resumé/CV—PDF format. ▶ Letters of recommendation—Three letters of recommendation are required from faculty, guidance counselors, professional artists, employers, or other adults not related to you. Recommendation requests are initiated through ccad.slideroom.com. ▶ Application fee ($65) ▶ College transcripts – 3.00 minimum GPA ▶ Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) ▶ Proof of English proficiency—International students from countries where English is not the sole official language must submit proof of English proficiency. A minimum score of TOEFL iBT 80 or IELTS 6.5 is required. Scores can be submitted via postal mail and should be requested through the test center. CCAD’s code for TOEFL results is 1085.
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PROJECT PROPOSAL TIPS
The curriculum of the New Projects MFA is project-based. Each student works on a personal project each semester, and this project forms the foundation of your work in the program.
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As a key part of your application, please describe the first project you would like to undertake in the program. Be as clear and specific as possible. Although we request that your answers be in written form, we also like to view appropriate visual supporting materials. This could include websites, videos, images, audio recordings, or other materials. Your project proposal is judged not only on its creativity and originality but also on its clarity, organization, and presentation. Remember that your initial project needs to be completed in one semester, so scope and feasibility will be an issue.
ADDRESS THE FOLLOWING TOPICS IN YOUR PROJECT PROPOSAL:
Briefly and clearly describe the project, including: a short narrative about the work or research that has led you to this interest; visual documentation of your own or others’ work that has influenced this proposal. Discuss the historical, critical, or cultural contexts for and influences on your proposal. What media/methodology will your project involve? What resources (facilities/ instruction) do you anticipate needing? (What can CCAD offer you to complete your project?)
HOW TO APPLY
COMPLETE THE ONLINE APPLICATION AT CCAD.SLIDEROOM.COM.
Through postal mail, submit college transcripts to: Graduate Admissions Columbus College of Art & Design 60 Cleveland Ave. Columbus OH 43215 A campus visit and interview are recommended but not required. To schedule, go to www.ccad.edu/visit or contact Graduate Admissions at mfa@ccad.edu or 614.222.3249
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HOUSING
Graduate student housing is available in CCAD’s Design Square Apartments on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, go to www.ccad.edu/ccad-campus/residencelife/design-square-apartments
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FINANCIAL AID
Applications are considered for fall semester entry only.
All admitted students are automatically considered for institutional scholarships. To be considered for needbased grants or other forms of institutional, state, and federal financial aid, domestic applicants are required to complete and file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which can be found at www.fafsa.ed.gov. CCAD’s code number is 003039. Information about additional resources can be found at www.ccad.edu/collegeservices/one-stop-studentservices/financial-aid/ additional-financial-aidresources or by calling 614.222.3295.
Priority Admission application deadline: Feb. 15 Priority Financial Aid application deadline: March 1 Please note: Applications received by the deadlines will receive priority consideration for merit-and need-based scholarships. *Following priority deadline applications will be received and reviewed on a case by case basis. QUESTIONS?
Contact Graduate Admissions at mfa@ccad.edu or 614.222.3249.
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Contact: mfa@ccad.edu (toll-free) 877.977.2223 CCADMFABLOG.com
▶ Enrollment: 1,226 students ▶ Campus: 14 buildings on 9 acres ▶ Degrees offered: Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), ▶ Community programs ▶ Local, national, and international exhibitions ▶ Visual arts classes and workshops for all ages ▶ Pre-college program for high-school students MISSION STATEMENT
▶ To think. To do. To unleash your power to shape culture and commerce. ▶ Columbus College of Art & Design prepares tomorrow’s creative leaders for professional careers—and applied creativity is our core. We don’t just encourage great ideas; through our BFA, MFA, and community programs, we teach creative people of all ages how to bring their ideas to life and take them out into the world.
▶ Advanced training for professionals ▶ Visiting artist lectures ▶ Events calendar: www.ccad.edu/event/calendar
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