Upcoming Admissions Events for Graduate Programs
Thank you for your interest in graduate programs at the George Washington University's Corcoran School of the Arts and Design. Learn more about our programs and how to apply by attending one of our virtual information sessions or portfolio days.
- 12:30pm-1:30pm Graduate Campus Tour (optional)
GW offers Graduate Campus Tours of the Foggy Bottom Campus every Friday at 12:30pm. If you’d like to attend a tour, please click here to register. Registration for Graduate Campus Tours will open closer to the event.
Tours will leave from the Admissions Welcome Center, located on the first floor of the University Student Center (800 21st St NW, Washington, DC, 20052).
- 2pm-2:30pm Welcome to the Corcoran
Corcoran Director Dr. Lauren Onkey will welcome students for an introduction to the Corcoran School.
- 2:30pm-3:30pm Program-Specific Open Houses
Following the welcome in Hammer Auditorium, we will break out for program-specific info sessions and open houses.
- 6pm-9pm Legacy Gala (Optional Evening Event)
Students are invited to a gala celebrating our Legacy: Fifty Years of Dance on the Edge exhibition.
National Portfolio Days
The Corcoran School of the Arts and Design is a member of the National Portfolio Day Association, and this year, National Portfolio Day (NPD) events are FREE to attend and some are completely online. Students have the opportunity to meet virtually with our faculty about their portfolio. Please note that admissions decisions are not made at these events. This is an opportunity to speak one-on-one with our faculty about your portfolio, our programs, and how to apply.
To learn more about National Portfolio Days and register for NPDA events, visit the National Portfolio Day website.
National Portfolio Day Virtual (Graduate)
Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 12:00pm-4:00pm ET
On-Campus Opportunities
Please check back this fall for on-campus opportunities.
Online Information Sessions
Each academic year, we offer program-specific information sessions led by faculty. The dates listed below reflect upcoming sessions for the 2025-26 academic year. Registration links will be posted here in August, please check then to sign up.
MA in Art History Information Sessions
Attend an online information session about our Master of Arts in Art History with Lisa Lipinski, Associate Professor and Director of Graduate Studies for Art History.
Learn how our curriculum encourages students to explore and contribute to the field through a wide range of methodologies and theoretical approaches to art historical studies. As part of this session, we’ll provide information about our program and the expertise of our faculty, as well as fellowship support, details about internship opportunities and career outcomes. You’ll also have the opportunity to ask any questions you have about our program and the application process.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:00pm ET
Monday, November 10, 2025 at 7:00pm ET
Monday, January 26, 2026 at 7:00pm ET
MFA in Classical Acting Information Session
Classical Acting works in conjunction with the Shakespeare Theatre Company Academy to offer a truly immersive performance program. The one-year intensive graduate curriculum focuses on the craft of acting Shakespeare and other classical texts culminating with the performance of full-length classical plays. As actors and acting teachers, graduates help transform the way classical theater is performed on Broadway and in regional theaters around the country.
We invite you to join us for an online information session about our Master of Fine Arts in Classical Acting hosted by Program Director, Alec Wild, along with the Head of Voice & Text, Lisa Beley, and Academy Coordinator, Maddie Caldis. They will give an overview of the STC Academy Classical Acting MFA program and application logistics.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 4:00pm ET
Wednesday, January 14, 2025 at 4:00pm ET
Wednesday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm ET
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm ET
MFA in Fine Arts Information Sessions
Join Carmen Montoya, Associate Professor and Graduate Advisor for Fine Arts, for an online information session and Q&A about our MFA in Fine Arts program.
Our program emphasizes a critical and creative relationship between content and form, an awareness of art historical connections and engagement with the contexts of creative production. As part of this session, you'll have the opportunity to ask us any questions you might have about our program and the application process.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 5:00pm ET
Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 5:00pm ET
Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00pm ET
MA in Interaction Design Information Sessions
Join Kevin Patton, Assistant Professor of Interaction Design, for an online information session and Q&A about our Master of Arts in Interaction Design.
The MA in IxD focuses on the role of interaction design in public policy and service delivery, and trains designers to examine, prototype and design concepts that ultimately shape and guide people’s interactions across their everyday lives. Our students create human-centered solutions that impact everything from smart devices to healthcare services. Whether your interests are in the startup, nonprofit, social innovation or government sectors, learn how the Corcoran will prepare you for a role at a consultancy, government agency or design firm.
Please check back for upcoming dates and registration.
MFA and MA in Interior Architecture Information Session
Join us to learn more about Interior Architecture at the Corcoran School of the Arts and Design. During this session, we'll present an overview of our programs and resources before breaking out into groups for an in-depth look at either the Master of Fine Arts in Interior Architecture (for students without an undergraduate degree in interior design, interior architecture or architecture) or our new Master of Arts in Interior Architecture (post-professional degree for students with an undergraduate degree in interior design, interior architecture or architecture).
You'll learn about the admission requirements, courses required to complete these degrees, and career outcomes, and you will have the opportunity to ask us your questions about our programs and application process.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 10:00am ET
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 10:00am ET
Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:00am ET
MA in Museum Studies Information Sessions
We invite you to join us for an online information session and Q&A with Suse Anderson, Program Head and Associate Professor for Museum Studies, about our Master of Arts in Museum Studies.
Learn how our Museum Studies program combines traditional academic training with museum practices and practical museum experience in order to prepare students for successful museum careers. You'll also have the opportunity to ask us any questions you have about our program and the application process.
Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 8:00am ET
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 9:00pm ET
Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 12:00pm ET
MA in New Media Photojournalism Information Sessions
Join us this fall for one of our online information sessions and Q&A with Susan Sterner, Faculty Advisor and Associate Professor for our Master of Arts in New Media Photojournalism.
Learn more about how our curriculum incorporates writing, photography, audio, video and web design and prepares students for careers as freelancers, visual reporters, editors, and producers. As part of this session, you'll have the opportunity to ask us any questions you might have about our program and the application process.
Tuesday, September 16, 2025 at 6:30pm ET
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 6:30pm ET
Tuesday, December 2, 2025 at 6:30pm ET
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 6:30pm ET