The Maria Manetti Shrem Art Studio MFA Program at UC Davis is hosting a Virtual Open House on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 11am (PST). This program, supported by a $14 million endowment from Maria Manetti Shrem, offers generous funding for incoming graduate students. The Maria Manetti Shrem Art Studio MFA provides students with spacious private studios, fellowships, awards, and summer stipends, allowing them to thrive in a vibrant, creative community.
UC Davis, being a research university, offers MFA students the opportunity to engage in intensive artistic work and interdisciplinary research. Students interact with artists and scholars across campus, preparing them for professional public engagement in the arts. The program culminates in a thesis exhibition at the Jan Shrem and Maria Manetti Shrem Museum of Art.
Three visiting artist programs provide students with exposure to renowned artists, critics, and curators. Recent speakers have included Njideka Akunyili Crosby, Cecilia Alemani, Xu Bing, and many other innovative artists. The program also offers financial support through teaching assistant positions, awards, and fellowships.
UC Davis partners with prestigious professional programs such as the Headlands Center for the Arts, Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture, and Tropical Lab residency in Singapore. The deadline to apply for the Maria Manetti Shrem Art Studio MFA Program is January 5, 2026.
For more information and to apply, visit arts.ucdavis.edu. Don’t miss this opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and supportive artistic community at UC Davis.
