Fall MFA program admission virtual information sessions

Announcing fall MFA program admission virtual information sessions at Parsons School of Design at Parsons School of Design at The New School, the number one ranked art and design school in the US.

Join directors from Parsons’ Master of Fine Arts programs to learn more about our degree programs.  Discover why Parsons is ranked the number one art and design school in the United States by QS World University Rankings and why more than three out of four students are employed or continuing their education within a year of graduation. 

 At each virtual session, you’ll meet program directors and admission staff, have an opportunity to ask questions, and more! If you’re considering applying to MFA programs, this session can help you see if Parsons’ MFA programs are the right fit for your educational goals. See available dates and register now.

MFA programs at Parsons
Fine Arts / Textiles / Design and Technology / Fashion Design and Society / Industrial Design / Interior Design / Lighting Design / Lighting Design and Architecture (MFA/MArch) / Photography / Transdisciplinary Design.

Applying
We’re accepting applications for the fall 2026 semester. Applications are due January 5, 2026.  Review admission requirements and apply online.

Scholarships
All admitted students are automatically considered for admission scholarships; no separate application is required. Scholarships typically range up to half of the cost of tuition, with limited 100 percent scholarships available each year. More information about financial aid and scholarships is available online.

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National Portfolio Days
If you’re looking to receive feedback on your visual portfolio in preparation for applying to a graduate program at Parsons, check out our list of national portfolio days, including our virtual graduate options. 

Parsons School of Design offers highly ranked programs in nearly every art and design discipline, along with a range of minors and electives offered through Parsons’ setting within The New School, a major research university. With an award-winning faculty of professional artists, designers, and scholars, Parsons gives students access to industry connections for internships and career opportunities. Located in New York City and Paris and equipped with world-class studios and innovative making spaces, Parsons is the premier school for aspiring artists and designers seeking a progressive, forward-thinking education.