Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Boston, Massachusetts |
| Online | smfa.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
The School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University (SMFA) operates in partnership with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston and maintains its main campus in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, with additional facilities on Tufts University's Medford/Somerville campus. The art school, founded in 1876, shares a unique relationship with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, providing students direct access to the museum's collection and facilities. SMFA offers an interdisciplinary fine arts education through its BFA and combined BFA+BA/BS degree programs, with students able to take courses across various media including painting, sculpture, photography, digital arts, and performance. The school maintains specialized studio spaces and workshops in its five-story building adjacent to the museum, while students have access to additional resources and facilities at Tufts University's main campus. Housing options are available through Tufts University's residence halls, though many students choose to live in Boston's surrounding neighborhoods.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,600 |
| Other Fees | $1,300 |
| Room and Board | $14,850 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $60,578 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 100% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166984 IPEDS survey data for School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
Current students may use the School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024