Pursuing a Masters is very exciting. There are so many options available, so you want to take a good amount of time conducting research on the programs before, and during, the application process. There are many resources and opportunities available for you to get information that can help you select out of many graduate art programs.
Printed and Online Resources
These types of resources include brochures, the program website, magazines, and other publications. Make use of these easily accessible sources of information to find out all about the different programs.
People in the Know
If you have the opportunity to speak with any former or current students, maximize it by asking questions that cannot be adequately answered by other sources of information. These include questions about their experience, what they like and dislike most, and other areas that are important to you. You can also hear from other voices by looking for reviews of the different graduate art programs, which can be found in graduate magazines, and various websites.
Information Sessions and Visiting the Campus
Depending on the program and school, there are likely to be information sessions held to communicate with prospective students. These may be on the campus, or even online. Look out for the dates for these by searching the website calendar or calling the school to find out when the next information session is scheduled.
There is nothing quite like visiting the campus to get a feel for the environment. Depending on where you live, this may or may not be possible. Many schools offer tours of their facility, and if you can make the trip, this can be a great experience. Tours may be according to a schedule, or you may have to contact the school to schedule one.
Make use of all the resources at your disposable to explore the different programs offered. To find information on graduate art programs, contact the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. You can visit them online at http://www.saic.edu/.
