Fall 2011–Spring 2012

Tuition
Visiting students from abroad and within the U.S. pay full tuition and fees to the SMFA. Students from affiliate schools pay tuition at their home institutions; fee arrangements vary depending upon the terms of the affiliate agreement.

The tuition and fees for the 2011–2012 academic year are (US DOLLARS):

Term: $15,840
Full Year: $31,680

Fees (Mandatory)
There are two mandatory fees that are not included in tuition:

Comprehensive Fee: $585/semester
$1,170/year

Orientation Fee: $125 (one-time)

Fees (Non-mandatory)

Health Insurance Fee*: $1,620

Tuition Refund Plan: $296

Insufficient Funds Fee: $25

Late Payment Fee: $300

Missed/Rescheduled Review Board Fee: $200

*Massachusetts State Law requires all students to provide proof of insurance. You may waive the Health Insurance Fee only if proof of insurance is documented with the School. International/Travelers insurance programs are generally acceptable.

Please note: The above includes tuition and fees only, and does not include travel, art supplies or cost of living expenses. Please keep these costs in mind when considering your application.