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How much time is required on a weekly basis for the program?

Approximately 20 hours of study per course per week is expected.

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What do weekly assignments consist of?

The online MA AE program assignments will vary per course but will usually include online lectures, videos, interactive animations, discussion boards, projects, papers and other written assignments. Each course has built-in deadlines to make sure that you progress at a manageable pace. BU's online learning environment allows faculty to interact with students through the use of a Web browser and learning management system called Vista. While instruction will consist of mostly asynchronous activities, there may be optional synchronous events. Art education students will be required to submit digital examples of their artwork and will need a digital camera.

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Are students considered part-time or full-time?

Students will be considered full-time if they are enrolled every semester.

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What are the similarities and differences between the on-campus program and the online program?

Students who earn their Boston University degree online receive the same degree as students who complete the degree on-campus and must adhere to the same admissions requirements. The same Boston University faculty teach core courses in both of the programs. The curriculum, transcripts, textbooks and library access are also the same. The major difference is in the delivery method of course instruction as students are engaged in online classrooms versus traditional campus settings.

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Are there any opportunities to learn on-campus while in the online program?

It is highly recommended that students attend BU's Summer Studio Session which is a week-long learning and art making workshop. BU plans to offer the studio session twice during the summer. With prior approval, the transfer of course credits from a studio based course at another institution will also be acceptable to fulfill the studio component of the program. Another alternative for fulfilling the studio requirement is participation in BU's study abroad programs in either Tuscany or London.

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Can students take more than 1 course at a time?

Students take one course per 7-week semester. Students typically take 6 courses per year.

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How much interaction do students have with their facilitators or professors?

Students have access to facilitators and professors via e-mail, chat rooms, and message boards. Course instructors and facilitators are all available by phone or e-mail to answer questions and to guide you through your experience as a student. They will also utilize tools such as chat rooms and message boards within the course management site.

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Are students required to be online at a specific time? Is there a requirement to log on every day?

Students are not required to log in at a specific time. While the majority of assignments are submitted online, students may be offered optional synchronized sessions. However, these sessions will be recorded and made available for students who are unable to attend. There is no requirement to log on every day; most students do log on at least 5 times per week.

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Are there loans or scholarships offered through BU?

There are not scholarships for the program but many students apply for and receive Stafford loans.

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What is required for admission into the program?

• 2 letters of recommendation- from a professor or supervisor
• Resume
• Online upload of Artistic Portfolio including:
  
  • Samples of your artwork (Minimum of 10; Maximum of 20)
  • Applicants with teaching experience:
    -Samples of students’ artwork preferred (Minimum of 5; Maximum of 10)
• Personal statement which includes reason for applying to the program and your academic and professional goals.
• Official transcripts from all schools attended
• Online application with application fee
• Teaching experience - preferred
• International students: TOEFL: paper 550 or above, computer base 213 and internet base 80

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Do I need GRE scores for the MA AE?

No tests are required for the MA AE.
International students are required to submit the TOEFL.

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How long does it take to complete the MA AE program?

The typical student can complete the program in less than two years with continuous enrollment.

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When can students start the program?

The annual academic calendar contains six enrollment periods for the program which consist of Fall I, Fall II, Spring I, Spring II, Summer I and Summer II.

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What is the tuition for the MA AE?

• $592 per credit hour
• $50 per credit hour technology fee
• $40 per term registration fee

Note: tuition rates are subject to change every academic year.

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How many credit hours does it take to complete the MA AE program?

A total of 32 credit hours are required for program completion.