Vermont College of Fine Arts

Vermont College of Fine Arts (VCFA) is a private nonprofit institution located in Montpelier, Vermont. VCFA specializes in low-residency graduate fine arts education, offering programs that combine short intensive residencies with extended periods of independent study under faculty mentorship.

VCFA offers Master of Fine Arts degrees in areas including Writing, Writing for Children and Young Adults, Visual Art, Graphic Design, Music Composition, Film, and Art Education. These low-residency programs are designed for working artists and writers who need flexibility to continue their creative careers while pursuing graduate study.

Montpelier is the smallest state capital in the United States by population and is situated in central Vermont. VCFA draws students from across the country and internationally, contributing to Montpelier's identity as a center for arts and creative education in New England.