SUNY New Paltz MFA Photography Program Profile
The MFA Review by Lenscratch showcases the MFA in Studio Art with a focus on Photography at SUNY New Paltz, situated just 90 minutes from New York City. This program offers an economical tuition rate of $6,400 per semester for in-state students and for out-of-state/international students who receive scholarships, with an annual cohort of 5-7 students. Facilities encompass digital labs, a darkroom, a lighting studio, and equipment available for checkout. The curriculum consists of core studio classes, seminars, and electives, allowing for interdisciplinary projects. Faculty members include Nadia Sablin, Andrea Frank, and Matthew Friday. Students display their work at the Dorsky Museum and complete a thesis. Funding opportunities include Teacher of Record roles, Graduate Assistantships, and various scholarships. Graduates pursue careers in education, art organizations, and commercial photography.
Key facts
- SUNY New Paltz offers an MFA in Studio Art with a Photography track.
- Tuition is $6,400 per semester for in-state and scholarship recipients.
- The program admits 5-7 photography students per year.
- Facilities include digital labs, darkroom, lighting studio, and bookmaking studio.
- Equipment includes 20x24 film cameras and medium format digital cameras.
- Faculty include Nadia Sablin, Andrea Frank, and Matthew Friday.
- Graduation requires an exhibition at the Dorsky Museum and a thesis paper.
- Competitive Teacher of Record positions provide a $2,500 stipend and tuition waiver.
Entities
Artists
- Nadia Sablin
- Andrea Frank
- Matthew Friday
- Ikechukwu Sharpe
Institutions
- SUNY New Paltz
- Lenscratch
- Dorsky Museum
- Student Art Alliance
- SPE
- CPW
Locations
- Hudson Valley
- New York City
- New Paltz