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Master of Fine Arts - Arts Leadership

Chicago campus — Chicago, Illinois, United States

Study Level: Postgraduate · Master's Degree
Duration: To be confirmed
Study Mode: To be confirmed
Next Intake: September 2027
Tuition Fee: USD 40,326
Application Fee: USD 75
Scholarships Available: None listed
Post-Study Work Information: Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status: Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Theatre School’s graduate Arts Leadership Fellowship is a two-year Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program that combines full-time employment at Chicago Shakespeare Theater with full-time coursework at DePaul University. This rigorous program, distinct among competitive programs, is designed to prepare students to become highly skilled leaders in the complex and sophisticated world of the arts. Learning Outcomes Core Outcomes: Students will be able to: Identify and describe the historical and theatrical significance of a range of theatrical artists, works, and artistic approaches from antiquity to the present, encompassing a broad range of periods, cultures, and styles. Identify and explain their theatrical work in the context of the cultural and social impact of the arts. Program Specific Outcomes: Students will be able to: Master the nature and dynamics of collaborative practice between and among artists, boards, personnel, and audience and work with collaborators within an organizational structure. Develop and master the skills of strategic planning and master the basic principles of finance (including budgeting and financial management). Develop a workable knowledge of law and legal procedures as they relate to the ethics of business practice, governance, and contracts, and a practical knowledge of relevant labor relations and issues. Develop specific proficiencies in marketing strategies as they relate to overall artistic programming and specific events. Understand the specifics of facility management and resource allocation.

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Credential: Master's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee: USD 40,326
Application fee: USD 75
Deposit required: Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees: Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes: September 2027, September 2028, September 2029
Application deadline: 15 June 2027
Application status: Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability: Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Chicago campus

Chicago, Illinois, United States

1 E. Jackson Boulevard

Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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About the Institution

DePaul University is the nation's largest Catholic university, with about 23,000 students and about 300 degree programs. Its partnerships throughout Chicago enable DePaul to provide an exceptional educational experience that is vibrant, pragmatic and socially engaged. Classes are small and taught by knowledgeable and experienced faculty members who take full advantage of Chicago’s corporate, cultural and community resources. DePaul is nationally recognized for incorporating service learning throughout its curriculum and for the academic rigor and prominence of its programs. Founded in 1898 by...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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