📖Introduction

ArtCenter College of Design has built a legacy of fostering innovation and pushing the boundaries of artistic expression. With a focus on practical, hands-on learning, ArtCenter provides a dynamic environment where students immerse themselves in the creative process, from conceptualization to execution.

What sets ArtCenter apart is its commitment to preparing students for real-world challenges. The faculty comprises industry professionals and accomplished artists, ensuring that students receive guidance from experts deeply embedded in their respective fields. The college's programs span a wide range of disciplines, including graphic design, transportation design, and entertainment design, among others. With state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative atmosphere, ArtCenter empowers students to transform their passion into impactful, visually stunning work, making it a hub for emerging talent in the world of design.

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📚About the Program

Master’s in Furniture, Lighting and Fixtures Design at ArtCenter College of Design

The contents of our environments shape how we interact with the areas where we live, work and play. In the ArtCenter Master of Science in Furniture, Lighting and Fixtures Design program, we approach these connections in object, space, place, body, function and application from a human-centered perspective that understands furniture and lighting design as integral to our experience of the world. You will study the manufacturing process, gain a deep understanding of industry standards and constantly strive for new innovations in our furniture and lighting design master’s program. As a master’s in furniture, lighting and fixtures design student, you will research new materials and technologies that elevate your expertise for designing and producing furniture, lighting and case goods. ArtCenter equips you with a broad knowledge of manufacturing, sustainability, materials, market and brand strategy, a deep appreciation of the historical contexts of design and an understanding of narrative as a shaping philosophy for creating environments. Show less
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🏫About ArtCenter College of Design

ArtCenter's programs cover a spectrum of disciplines, from graphic design to transportation design, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. The emphasis on practical experience and exposure to industry standards equips graduates with the skills and insights necessary to thrive in the competitive landscape of art and design. The college's state-of-the-art facilities and its unwavering dedication to pushing creative boundaries make ArtCenter a hub for aspiring artists and designers seeking to make a significant impact in their respective fields.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

380 RMB

Tuition fee:

53,484 USD per year

106,968 USD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Bachelor's.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo
  • Official transcript
  • Personal statement
  • English certificate (You can take the English test online)
  • Guarantor letter
  • 2 Recommendation letters

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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