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ArtCenter College of Design

MFA in Media Design Practices (MDP)

Deadline: Jan 15, 2026 (priority; rolling until full) (Fall 2026 cycle) | Application fee: $50

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Program info

Length
2 years (3-year track also offered)
Total tuition
$30,312 / term (≈$121,248 for 4 full terms) (2026-27)
Location
Pasadena, CA
Class size
20 people / year
Commitment
full-time
Founded in
2000
STEM
Yes

Admission requirements

Required
GPANo min
Required
SOP2 essays (500 words max each)
Required
ResumeRequired
Required
Recommendation1 letter min (up to 3)
Required
TOEFL5 (new 1-6 scale)
Required
IELTS7.0
Not required
GRENot required
Not required
GMATNot required
Required
Portfolio3-5 projects
Not required
Programming skillNot required
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MFA in Media Design Practices (MDP) at ArtCenter College of Design (Pasadena, CA) takes 2 years (3-year track also offered), full-time. Total tuition is $30,312 / term (≈$121,248 for 4 full terms) (2026-27). Applicants need a portfolio. International applicants need a TOEFL of 5 (new 1-6 scale). Application deadline: Jan 15, 2026 (priority; rolling until full) (Fall 2026 cycle).

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