How To Apply

The Dynamic media Institute enrolls approximately 8 to 10 students in the program annually. The number is limited because our philosophy values small group interaction. Applicants to the program are expected to have an undergraduate degree and at least two years of professional experience related to design practice. Applicants are strongly encouraged to visit the college, tour the facilities, and interview informally with the Dynamic Media Institute faculty prior to formal application.

Application Process 

Admission to the Dynamic Media Institute is extremely competitive. To apply to the program, submit the following:

  • 1. The application form and the graduate application fee (you may apply online, or download application forms);
  • 2. Arrange for official transcript(s) showing the awarding of your degree(s);
  • 3. Submit your professional portfolio in digital format on Mac or PC compatible CD or DVD or online;
  • 4. Submit the Statement of Purpose to indicate the reasons for selecting the program, the direction of future work, the support and facilities sought in a graduate program, and those questions that may be addressed in studio and academic pursuits;
  • 5. Supplement the application with a current resume outlining professional experience;
  • 6. Submit letters of recommendation from three individuals who can comment on your qualifications for advanced study.

Graduate study in the Dynamic Media Institute demands competency in English writing, reading, and conversation at a very advanced level. Applicants whose first language is not English must present TOEFL scores of 233 (computer version) or 577 (paper version) or higher.

Reviewing applications starts January 15th. Selected MFA candidates are invited to the college for interviews with faculty and advanced graduate students.

Assistantships 

The college awards three different types of assistantships to graduate students: technical, administrative and teaching. All assistantships are assigned as either quarter, half, or full assistantships; the award amount is based on the number of hours worked per week. All assistantships are determined by student need and ability, departmental needs, and budgetary allotments. Although most graduate students receive at least one assistantship for which they are qualified, there is no guarantee that a student will be awarded an assistantship.