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January 7, 2025

Maine College of Art & Design looks to expand offerings with online master's program

Photo / Courtesy Maine College of Art & Design Maine College of Art & Design is located at 522 Congress St. in Portland.

The Maine College of Art & Design in Portland plans to offer a fully online master of arts in education starting in the fall.

The college said in a prepared release that the new program was created to help meet the growing workforce demands for art educators, leaders, and administrators across the region and country. 

The master’s program will prepare students for employment and career advancement in traditional and contemporary work settings, including community, museum curatorial and educational settings.

“These online programs will build upon and leverage our unique strengths and characteristics to expand our audience and community while providing for the future adaptability of the college,” said Laura Freid, president of the Maine College of Art & Design. “We ask our students to make art, make an impact, and inspire change, and these programs are a perfect fit for our portfolio and match workforce demands,

The program can be completed in 12 to 18 months and is designed for working professionals who need the flexibility to balance work, life and classes. Online courses will allow students to complete readings and assignments independently.

Students can choose either an arts leadership and administration focus or an expressive arts therapy focus — both resulting in a graduate certificate upon completion,

Online programs are scheduled to begin in August 2025 and program leaders are now accepting applications.

The Maine College of Art & Design was founded in 1882 and is the oldest arts educational institution in Maine.

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