Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University

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Academic Degrees

Work

See what some of our Graduate Students have produced in the Graduate Work Gallery

How to Apply

Applying is easy. Follow the steps outlined in the admissions section.

Our MFA program guides graduate students on a thorough theoretical, practical, and personal exploration.

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Finding a voice, developing a vision

Kendall offers a Master of Fine Arts degree for anyone seeking more exposure to the fine arts. Our MFA program guides graduate students on a thorough theoretical, practical, and personal exploration of their chosen field. Learn more about our MFA program…

MBA Program

The MBA with a Design and Innovation Management concentration within Ferris State University’s Master of Business Administration program prepares its graduates for leadership positions in design-centered businesses. The program provides students a comprehensive understanding of the ways in which the method, measure, and language of design drive the practice of business and the process of innovation and teaches them how to cultivate and build a culture of innovation within their organization.

All of the courses in this MBA concentration are taught by an interdisciplinary faculty of working professionals and experts in the industry. Collaboration is embraced throughout the program as a means of producing the most relevant kinds of innovation and as a means of moving design thinking to the center of the business process. Learn more about our Advanced Studies Certificate in Design and Innovation Management program…

MAE Program

The MAE is a studio-focused program with 50% of course work concentrating on the extension of the student’s personal artwork, and the remaining 50% of course work specializing in education courses meant to improve and inspire classroom practice. Designed around a teacher’s schedule, courses are available evenings, Saturdays and summers. Candidates can select a studio concentration in one of several selected Kendall programs (Painting, Drawing, Printmaking or Photography) or choose a generalist area of study. A teacher employed full-time can take one course a semester, including summers, and complete the program in about three years. Classes are held at the Kendall campus and include one on-line class through Ferris State University. Please see the attachment below for the application to the Kendall MAE program.

For admissions consideration to the Master of Art Education program, applicants should send the following:

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