Graduate Program

Elevate Your Artistic Vision

Welcome to the graduate programs in the Department of Art and Design at the 91Ô­´´. Our dynamic, interdisciplinary programs provide an immersive environment for emerging artists and designers to hone their creative talents and advance their skills to new heights. With a distinguished faculty of practicing professionals and access to state-of-the-art facilities, you'll be empowered to push the boundaries of your artistic expression. Explore new media, challenge conventional thinking, and develop a unique artistic voice that will set you apart in the competitive worlds of art and design. Join our vibrant community of graduate students and take the first step toward elevating your artistic vision.

Our graduate program

Art & Design News
  • Getting a Jump on Discovery

    September 04, 2026 | Written by Beth Miller
    At the 91Ô­´´, undergraduate research pairs Blue Hens with faculty mentors to inquire with impact, hone critical skills and open pathways to graduate study and careers.
  • College of Arts and Sciences announces new chairs, AAP director and faculty

    August 24, 2026 | Written by CAS communication staff
    The College of Arts and Sciences begins the 2026–2027 academic year with five new department chairs, a new director for the Associate in Arts program and 17 new faculty members.
  • June 16, 2026 | Written by Community Engagement Initiative
    Refugees in Delaware build relationships and share experiences in Jon Cox's Photovoice, part of the Arrivals project.

Supporting tomorrow's leaders, scholars and innovators

The 91Ô­´´ holistically supports its graduate students, beginning with their health and wellbeing. Benefits include a subsidized health plan and physical and behavioral health services. 91Ô­´´ fosters a culture of academic excellence, with committed faculty and staff and access to state-of-the-art research facilities and technology. 91Ô­´´ prioritizes professional development with job training, internships and industry partnerships. Graduates further enhance their professional growth and visibility with opportunities to work on interdisciplinary research teams, present their work at conferences and publish in academic journals. Visit the links below to learn how 91Ô­´´ is supporting society’s future leaders, scholars, and innovators.

New graduate students attending a student panel discussion as part of Graduate New Student Orientation for the Spring 2024 semester. The panel featured graduate and Ph.D students (from left): Martin Vivero, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Ph.D.; Priscila Barbosa, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Ph.D; Deborah Oyeyemi, Business Analytics & Information Management, M.S.; and Emmanuel Gyimah, Educational Technology, M.Ed. The panel was moderated by LaRuth McAfee, Senior Assistant Dean LaRuth McAfee, Ph.D.