September Open House: BFA Admissions
2019-09-21 11:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Visit MECA&D for an Open House!
Come see first-hand why students are choosing to study in MECA&D's close-knit community and rigorous artistic programs. At an Open House, you'll have a chance to:

Get to know faculty and current students
Take a tour of our studios and res halls
Have your portfolio reviewed with professional artists
Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown Portland, Maine

This Open House is specifically designed for students interested in our BFA program — we'll send you more information in your confirmation email. Sign up below!
If you have any questions about our Open Houses, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026. Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

October Open House: BFA Admissions
2019-10-19 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States

Salt Online Information Session
2019-10-24 12:00 - 13:00 | ME
Salt Online Information Session
Tune in virtually on Thursday, October 24 from 12–1pm for an online info session on Salt's 15-week intensive and a live Q+A session to address any questions you may have about the program, our Salt Fellowship, and how to apply.

Hear from Colin Cheney, Salt Chair, about Salt and the Salt Diversity Fellowship
Join Joel Tsui, Salt '19 and Graduate Admissions Counselor, and Nora Boydell, Salt '19 and current Salt TA, to hear about their experiences as alumni
Learn about our one-semester graduate certificate program in storytelling (with audio and visual tracks)
Listen to short pieces from current students and Salt alumni
Ask your questions about the program, the application process, and more

Upon registration, we'll send you details and a link to the info session in your confirmation email and we'll send you a link to the recorded session to watch later as well. You can also join us directly on YouTube Live on October 24 at 12pm here.
If you have any questions about the info session, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026. Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

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Header Image: Nicolas Tanner, Torch, 2011

November Open House: MFA Admissions
2019-11-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, First Floor, 522 Congress St., Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Visit MECA&D for a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Open House
We invite you to join us at MECA&D on Saturday, November 9, 2019 to learn more about our MFA Program!
MECA&D’s Master of Fine Arts Program encourages each student to think across traditional academic boundaries and challenge their art practice and intellectual curiosity. Studio-based, with renowned faculty, visiting artists and carefully selected graduate advisors, the curriculum emphasizes the intersection of studio production, individual research, critical analysis, and travel to important and inspiring locations. Learn more about the MFA Program.
Schedule

Check-in with refreshments
Information session for the Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art program
Lunch
Tour of facilities & studios
Optional: Lingering questions & grad resources

November Open House: BFA Admissions
2019-11-09 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States

MAT Online Information Session
2019-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 | ME
MAT Online Information Session
Tune in virtually on Monday, November 25th from 12–1pm for an online info session on MECA&D's 10-Month Master of Arts in Teaching Program. There will also be a live Q+A session to address any questions you may have about the program or the application process.
Hosted by Kelly McConnell, Director of Art Education Outreach, Chair of Art Education, Assistant Professor; Rachel Somerville, Assistant Professor of Art Education; and Joel Tsui, Graduate Admissions Counselor.

Learn about the history of the program, coursework, and teaching practices
Discuss career preparation and career transition upon graduation
Listen to questions and answers about the program, the application process, and more

You can view the live event on November 25th at 12pm via this link: youtu.be/ZTuzxgFUZJE
If you have any questions about the info session, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5023.
Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

Header Image: Kyle Dubay '18

January Open House: MFA Admissions
2020-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Visit MECA&D for a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Open House
We invite you to join us at MECA&D on Saturday, January 25, 2020 to learn more about our MFA Program!
MECA&D’s Master of Fine Arts Program encourages each student to think across traditional academic boundaries and challenge their art practice and intellectual curiosity. Studio-based, with renowned faculty, visiting artists and carefully selected graduate advisors, the curriculum emphasizes the intersection of studio production, individual research, critical analysis, and travel to important and inspiring locations. Learn more about the MFA Program.
Schedule

Check-in with refreshments
Information session for the Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art program
Lunch
Tour of facilities & studios
Optional: Lingering questions & grad resources

Image Credit: Rand Renfrow ’18

January Open House: BFA Admissions
2020-01-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States

MAT Open House
2020-01-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design. Room 509, Fifth Floor, 522 Congress Street, PORTLAND, ME, 04101, United States
Visit MECA&D for a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Open House
We invite you to join us at MECA&D on Saturday, January 25, 2020 to learn more about our MAT Program!
Start here. Go Anywhere. Maine College of Art & Design’s ten-month Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Program prepares artists to become effective art educators who learn to translate their unique qualities into creative teaching practices.

February Open House + Finishing Day: BFA Admissions
2020-02-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
MECA&D: Open House + Finishing Day
Come see first-hand why students are choosing to study in MECA&D's close-knit community and rigorous artistic programs.
At an Open House, you'll have a chance to:

Get to know faculty and current students
Take a tour of our studios and res halls
Have your portfolio reviewed with professional artists
Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown Portland, Maine

This Open House is specifically designed for students interested in our BFA program — we'll send you more information in your confirmation email. Sign up below!
MECA&D's Finishing Day is designated for MECA&D's Admissions team to help you complete your application on the spot; priority application deadline is March 1, 2020.
Sign up below! If you have any questions about our Open Houses, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026. Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

CANCELED: March Accepted Student Day (BFA)
2020-03-28 11:00 - 15:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
March Accepted Student Day is canceled. We hope to see you at our April 11th Accepted Student Day event.
MECA&D is proactively postponing this event to prioritize the safety of our community, given the public health concerns surrounding the Coronavirus and in line with recommendations from the CDC. We look forward to rescheduling this event. Stay tuned for updates. Learn more about MECA&D's implementations for the Coronavirus (March 12, 2020).

Congratulations on your acceptance to Maine College of Art & Design!
You are cordially invited to attend one of MECA&D’s Accepted Student Days this spring — we’d like to warmly welcome you to campus as a new member of MECA&D’s artist community. Our Accepted Student Days will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2020 and on Saturday, April 11, 2020.
If you have any questions, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026. Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

Virtual Accepted Student Day (BFA)
2020-04-10 12:00 - 16:00 | Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
Congratulations on your acceptance to Maine College of Art & Design!
You are cordially invited to attend MECA&D’s Virtual Accepted Student Day - we’d like to warmly welcome you to campus as a new member of MECA&D’s artist community. Our Accepted Student Days will be held on Friday, April 10, 2020. Visit meca.edu/acceptedstudentday for more information and to register.
If you have any questions, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026. Learn more about visiting MECA&D here.

CANCELED: May Open House
2020-05-16 10:30 - 15:30 | Porteous Building, Maine College of Art & Design, 522 Congress Street, Portland, ME, 04101, United States
MECA&D's May 16th Open House is canceled. MECA&D is proactively postponing this event to prioritize the safety of our community, given the public health concerns surrounding the Coronavirus and in line with recommendations from the CDC. We look forward to rescheduling this event.

Come see first-hand why students are choosing to study in MECA&D's close-knit community and rigorous artistic programs. At an Open House, you'll have a chance to:
+ Get to know faculty and current students
+ Take a tour of our studios and res halls
+ Have your portfolio reviewed with professional artists
+ Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown Portland, Maine
This Open House is designed for students interested in our BFA and Pre-College programs — we'll send you more information within 48 hours of registration.
Sign up below!
If you have any questions about our Open Houses, you can contact us at admissions@meca.edu or 207.699.5026.
