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Admission Requirements - Master of Arts in Teaching

The MAT provides outstanding preparation for teaching of art. The curriculum integrates hands-on teaching experience with coursework in practice, current theory, and research. Graduates of MICA’s MAT program are highly competent teachers of art who are skilled practicing artists. The two-year residency leads to certification to teach art in grades K-12.

Who Should Apply

The MAT at MICA is for students who have a passion for art, a commitment to children and young people, and a desire to seek certification as K-12 teachers. Applicants with either a BFA or BA/BS degree in studio art are welcome. Successfull applicants typically have comprehensive preparation in both studio art and art history, and a portfolio demonstrating an understanding of the deep purposes making art can serve.

Students considering this program may also want to consider the MA in Community Arts, which prepares students for careers in youth and community development.

See Also Programs of Study: MAT

 

Application Requirements and Procedures for the MAT

Application Deadline for Fall 2010 Entrance: January 15th, 2010


1. Completed, signed and dated Graduate Admission Application form.
2. Curriculum Vitae/Resume
3. MAT Essay (unique requirement)

NOTE: All applicants are asked to submit two copies of their statements/essays; one uploaded to Slide Room with the portfolio of artwork (see 6. Portfolio of Artwork) and one submitted in hard copy with the application form.

A. Submit an essay discussing the development of your interest in teaching art.

B. In addition, provide a writing sample (copy of a graded paper written for a course in art history, criticism, aesthetics or anthropology).
4. Three (3) Letters of Recommendation
5. Proof of Degree or Equivalent

Send transcripts from ALL post secondary schools attended
6. Portfolio of Artwork

Applicants should submit 18-20 digital images or time-based work for review online via mica.slideroom.com. The system allows applicants to create an inventory of pieces and attach the following information: title, date, medium, dimensions and notes. Applicants may upload images (jpg), video (mov, wmv, flv) or .pdf documents. For good image quality and fast upload, images should be sized no larger than 1280 x 1280 px @ 72dpi. Video files must be kept under 20MB. Our Slideroom portal offers additional instructions for submitting work online.

For applicants to multiple graduate programs, please repeat the upload process for each program.

Any difficulty viewing or using mica.slideroom.com can be reported to support@slideroom.com for technical support.
7. $60 Application Fee

Make all checks (which must be in U.S. dollars drawn from U.S. banks) and money orders payable to Maryland Institute College of Art. For wire transfer information, please download our Wire Transfer Instructions document.
8. Additional Requirements for International Applicants

A. Proof of English language proficiency.

If your native language is not English you must demonstrate proof of English language proficiency to gain full admission. MICA requires a score result on The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) of at least 550 PBT (paper based test), or equivalent 213 CBT (computer-based test), or 80 IBT (internet based test). MICA also accepts a band score of at least 6.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). MICA's institution code is 5399. Note: International applicants who have received a four year degree from an English-language institution are not required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS score. A transcript from the English-language institution will be accepted in lieu of a TOEFL or IELTS score.

B. Certified translations of all documents.

Diplomas, transcripts, financial statements, and letters of recommendation must be submitted with certified English translations.

C. VISA Requirements and Procedures.

Instructions and forms required to receive a Form I-20 AB or to transfer a VISA sponsorship to MICA, can be found at Information for International Applicants: VISA Requirements and Procedures.