Rochester Institute of Technology—Arts, Crafts, Design, and Visual Communications

What makes RIT’s imaging arts graduate programs among the highest-ranked of all of its 100 graduate programs? Start with faculty who are widely recognized as the best in their fields. Add to that the state-of-the-art facilities such as photography, film and animation and fine arts studios stocked with the best equipment available. And don’t forget world-famous imaging alumni who have created award-winning films, animated features, magazine and book photographs, publication, web and package designs, and fine art including metal and wood sculptures as well as ceramics, furniture, and jewelry.
As a student in the College of Imaging Arts & Science, you get to experience the benefits of attending a small, arts college while having all of the resources of a large university. The College offers small class sizes, personal attention from faculty and staff, and a tight-knit “family” atmosphere, while RIT offers access to state of the art technologies, opportunities for creative exploration and interdisciplinary collaboration.
RIT has a well-respected reputation for being on the cutting-edge of technology and preparing its students for today’s dynamic job market; the graduate programs in the Imaging Arts College are no exception. As a student in the College, your curriculum includes coursework that prepares you for the technological and creative challenges and opportunities ahead. You’ll have the opportunity to choose a number of technology courses that relate to your major and career aspirations. The established experiential learning programs, which include co-ops, internships, research, and study abroad, give you relevant experience to put on your resume before you even graduate. Many students receive networking opportunities, professional recommendations, and even job offers through their experiences.
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Ceramics
Admissions
To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
Program Options
This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master in Fine in Ceramics program and career options here.
Film and Animation
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master in Fine Arts in Film & Animation program and career options here.
Fine Arts Studio
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master in Fine Arts in Fine Arts Studio program and career options here.
Furniture Design
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, a portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Fine Arts in Furniture Design program and career options here.
Glass
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master in Fine Arts in Glass program and career options here.
Industrial Design
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master in Fine Arts in Industrial Design program and career options here.
Media Arts and Technology
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Science in Media Arts and Technology program and career options here.
Metal and Jewelry Design
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Fine Arts in Metal and Jewelry Design program and career options here.
Non-Toxic Printmaking
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Advanced Certificate in program and career options here.
Metal and Jewelry Design
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Fine Arts in Metal and Jewelry Design program and career options here.
Print Media
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Science in Print Media program and career options here.
User Experience Design & Development
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Advance Certificate in User Experience Design and Development program and career options here.
Photography & Related Media
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To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
Program Options
This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Fine Arts in Photography & Related Media program and career options here.
Visual Arts-All Grades Education
Admissions
To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
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This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Science in Teaching in Visual Arts-All Grades Art Education program and career options here.
Visual Communication Design
Admissions
To be considered for this program students must submit a graduate application, portfolio, and meet the minimum requirements.
Program Options
This is a full-time program that begins in the Fall semester and with courses meeting on campus.
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Learn more about the Master of Fine Arts in Visual Communication Design program and career options here.
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