Missouri Fine Arts Academy

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MFAA 2025: June 1-14

The Missouri Fine Arts Academy (MFAA) is a two-week summer residential program for highly motivated sophomore, junior and senior high school student artists in the disciplines of visual arts/mixed media, theatre, dance, creative writing, and music (instrumental and vocal).

Applications accepted Oct. 14, 2024 - Jan. 31, 2025.
Tuition is free for MFAA 2025 thanks to the support of the State of Missouri and private donations.

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Let MFAA 2025 be a remarkable journey of self-discovery: Create art and connect with your peers and our experts to learn and grow as young artists.

Join the journey by exploring various forms of art such as music, visual arts, creative writing, dance, and theatre to express who you are.

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Meet the Class of 2024

Nearly 100 high school students from the State of Missouri will visit the campus of Missouri State University this summer for an inspiring, transformational experience.
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Apply

Accepting applications for student artists, faculty and resident assistants.
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Promote

Download, print and post the MFAA 2025 flyer in your school.
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Got Questions?

Check out answers to frequently asked questions.
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Required Docs

Admitted students must read the Student Handbook and course syllabus, sign MFAA's Terms of Agreement and complete other required forms.
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