Pursuing MFA?

Hello everyone!

Long time no see! I've been crazy busy because I graduate in a few months.

Anyway, I wanted your guys' opinion on whether or not I should pursue an MFA degree in painting/drawing/studio art. I know I want to pursue teaching at the post-secondary level, but I haven't decided whether for art, creative writing, or both. I think I would enjoy teaching either subject. Therefore I have been debating on applying to graduate programs. I'd like feedback on A.) if I should try pursuing this (I don't want to waste money and time if I stand no chance, you know?) and what programs would you recommend, if you know of any in America?

Here's a link to my portfolio: hungryxhungryxhippos.deviantart.com/gallery/

Will the new degree allow you to do that? What will your current training allow you to pursue?

Hey, Dom!

Well, it does depend on the university. Most universities require a Ph.D to teach. However, some community colleges only require an MFA. I intend to get my Ph.D of possible.

My current Bachelors degree doesn't do much on its own. I really need a further degree in either writing or at to teach classes.

What level do you want to teach at?

If your current degree doesn't do much, then you will need to go for the next level I guess. But it does raise the question of why even bother with that first level if it does nothing! Is there really nothing you can do with it?

Domtopia wrote:

What level do you want to teach at?

If your current degree doesn't do much, then you will need to go for the next level I guess. But it does raise the question of why even bother with that first level if it does nothing! Is there really nothing you can do with it?

Post-secondary.

And haha, I pursued this degree because I knew I wanted to teach post-secondary. I always knew I was in for the long haul. The time and money is not an issue for me.

Well there's your answer! If you need the new degree to teach at that level, then you should do it!

Especially so, since the time and money are no issue for you!