Students are accepted into the program for fall semester enrollment only. February 1st is the closing date for completed fall applications. The IMA Program is highly selective, enrolling approximately 15 students each year. Applicants are expected to present the following:

A bachelor’s degree, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
3 letters of recommendation from people able to comment on an applicant’s creative and academic talent and determination.
A portfolio of media works, indicating talent and promise. Submitted works may include videos and films, interactive digital design, photography, sound, graphic design, journalistic writings, etc.
A personal statement describing the applicant’s long-term objectives as a media maker and the social impact they hope their work will have. Statements should also explain why Hunter’s MFA Program in Integrated Media Arts is particularly relevant to the applicant’s creative goals.
An official transcript of undergraduate studies.
A completed graduate application form

Note: Applicants whose native language is not English must take the Test of Written English (TWE) component of the TOEFL examination. For more information see the IMA Program Admission Guidelines.

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