A legacy of artistic excellence and innovation since 1869
"The Yale School of Art is a graduate school that confers Master of Fine Arts degrees in Graphic Design, Painting/Printmaking, Photography, and Sculpture; and offers undergraduate-level art courses to Yale College students. Our mission is to provide students with intellectually informed, hands-on instruction in the practice of an array of visual arts media within the context of a liberal arts university."
A journey through the milestones that shaped Yale School of Art
The Yale School of Fine Arts is established as the first professional fine arts school in the United States connected with an institution of higher learning.
The School begins offering a graduate program leading to the degree of Master of Fine Arts, one of the first such programs in the country.
The Graphic Design department is established, quickly becoming one of the most influential programs of its kind.
The School expands its curriculum to fully incorporate digital media and new technologies into artistic practice across all departments.
Launch of new interdisciplinary programs that bridge art with technology, environmental studies, and social practice.
Meet the distinguished artists and scholars who guide our students
Dean of the School of Art
Contemporary painter and art historian with extensive exhibition record and publications.
Director of Graphic Design
Award-winning designer and typographer with international recognition for innovative design solutions.
Head of Sculpture Department
Internationally exhibited sculptor working with mixed media and site-specific installations.
Director of Photography
Documentary photographer and visual artist exploring themes of identity and social justice.
Understanding our community through data
Graduate students currently enrolled across our MFA programs
Distinguished faculty members guiding our students
Departments offering specialized MFA degrees
Countries represented in our diverse student body