New York NY 10003
USA
Join Parsons’ MFA Textiles program director Anette Millington online to learn more about this unique Master of Fine Arts degree.
Discover why Parsons is ranked the #1 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.
Find out if our MFA program is the right fit for your educational goals.
At each virtual session, you’ll meet the program director and admission staff, have the opportunity to ask questions, and more! Our next session is in November. RSVP online.
MFA in Textiles
If you're ready to move beyond traditional boundaries in textiles practice, Parsons’ MFA Textiles program offers a definitive path to designing the future of the field from New York City. This rigorous, cross-disciplinary course of study is not just about mastering techniques; it also includes synthesizing traditional craft techniques like sustainable dyeing and weaving with cutting-edge technology such as 3D printing and data visualization. By fostering deep engagement with sustainability, social justice, and well-being, the program equips you to use textiles as a powerful medium for critical thought and real-world transformation, blurring the lines between fine art, fashion, interiors, architecture, and the textile industry.
Graduates emerge prepared for highly specialized careers with impact, leveraging the professional connections and unique industry access they gain during their time at Parsons. Career paths are diverse, spanning roles in biomaterials development, textile print and weave design, fashion knit and embellishment, textiles for home and interiors, and independent fiber art practice, and more. If you are seeking an advanced degree focused on textile innovation and conceptual depth, take your next step at Parsons.
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Submit your admission application: Admissions applications are open for the fall 2026 semester, with studies beginning in August 2026. The priority application deadline is January 5. Students are welcome to apply from all academic backgrounds. A related undergraduate degree is not required. All admitted students are considered for merit scholarships; no separate application is required.
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.
