M.F.A. IDM Application Information
Application Information for Prospective Media Arts Graduate Students
The Media Arts Graduate Program has two areas to be completed for application. The first is the University of Montana Graduate School application, and the second is the School of Media Arts Admission Application. Please note that the undergraduate record of applicants will be part of the review process but a specific degree in Media Arts is not required.
The University of Montana Graduate School Application Requirements
Follow all the steps within the Graduate School's website: https://www.applyweb.com/apply/uomont/menu.html
Follow all the steps within the Graduate School's website: https://www.applyweb.com/apply/uomont/menu.html
1. Online application
2. Personal statement / Cover letter
3. Three Letters of recommendation (professional or academic)
4. Official transcripts (if U of MT degree, unofficial is ok)
5. GRE / TOEFL test score (or date intended)
4. Official transcripts (if U of MT degree, unofficial is ok)
5. GRE / TOEFL test score (or date intended)
If you have questions, the Graduate School's phone number is (406) 243-2572.
The School of Media Arts Application Requirements
The Media Arts application process will consist of the following components:
1. Personal Statement of Intent
Tell us what interests you about this particular program, why you want to join and what you hope to accomplish with this degree.
Tell us what interests you about this particular program, why you want to join and what you hope to accomplish with this degree.
2. Media Arts Portfolio Submission
The required portfolio should consist of 5-10 examples of your artistic work. These examples need to demonstrate proficiency in one or more of the following areas: digital still image design, motion design, compositing, animation, modeling, or interactive digital media. The work may be submitted on a DVD or accessed online. If your work is accessed online, make sure to include a clearly marked URL.
The required portfolio should consist of 5-10 examples of your artistic work. These examples need to demonstrate proficiency in one or more of the following areas: digital still image design, motion design, compositing, animation, modeling, or interactive digital media. The work may be submitted on a DVD or accessed online. If your work is accessed online, make sure to include a clearly marked URL.
3. Resume
Your resume can be in digital or physical form.
Your resume can be in digital or physical form.
Send all application materials post-marked by August 1st to:
MEDIA ARTS ADMISSIONS-IDM
McGill Hall 224
32 Campus Drive #4608
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812
McGill Hall 224
32 Campus Drive #4608
The University of Montana
Missoula, MT 59812
Phone: (406) 243-4540
Fax: (406) 243-4544
Email: MediaArts@umontana.edu
Fax: (406) 243-4544
Email: MediaArts@umontana.edu
Applications received after the deadline will be considered on a space-available basis. If you want any materials back, send us the means to do so (return envelope, postage, etc.).
Program Specifics
Computers
Students accepted into the Integrated Digital Media M.F.A. program in Media Arts are expected to be self-contained. They will be responsible for their own laptop computers. Download the laptop specs file for recommended hardware.
Students accepted into the Integrated Digital Media M.F.A. program in Media Arts are expected to be self-contained. They will be responsible for their own laptop computers. Download the laptop specs file for recommended hardware.
Software
Students will also be responsible for their own software. University of Montana students can purchase a variety of packages at the University Bookstore for a considerable discount.
For more information regarding the application process please contact:
Mark Shogren
Director, School of Media Arts
406.243.4534
Mark Shogren
Director, School of Media Arts
406.243.4534