Program Information

Join a vibrant community of artists, historians, and educators at Stony Brook University’s Department of Art.

The Department of Art’s graduate programs provide an interdisciplinary and dynamic environment for creative practice and scholarly inquiry. Whether pursuing an MFA in Studio Art or an MA/PhD in Art History & Criticism, students engage with cutting-edge research, innovative creative practices, and exceptional mentorship from award-winning faculty. 

Located in the Staller Center for the Arts and in proximity to New York City’s cultural hub, the department offers access to public gallery spaces, private studios, and a globally connected art scene. Students benefit from competitive funding, curatorial opportunities, and successful collaborations like Future Histories Studio and The Public Review. Our programs support individualized work and cultivate groundbreaking ideas, preparing graduates to thrive as artists, art historians, critics, and curators.

Programs

• Art History & Criticism MA
• Art History & Criticism PhD
• Studio Art MFA