SMFA

The School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University (SMFA at Tufts) is a private art school located in Boston, Massachusetts. Originally founded in 1876 as an independent institution affiliated with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, it became part of Tufts University in 2016, offering students access to both a dedicated art school education and the resources of a major research university. SMFA is known for its interdisciplinary, studio-based approach to arts education, allowing students to work across mediums rather than being confined to a single major or concentration. The school offers the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), and combined degree programs with Tufts. Its campus sits in the Fenway neighborhood, directly adjacent to the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, giving students close proximity to one of the nation's most significant art collections. SMFA emphasizes contemporary art practice, critical thinking, and professional development, with students regularly exhibiting work in galleries and public spaces.