Art, Graphic Design & Art History: MFA thesis examples

To find MFA Theses from other universities, start in ProQuest Dissertations:

The link above will take you to the advanced search. Follow the steps below or take a look at the screenshot:

1. In the first search box, type MFA OR M.F.A.
2. Then select Degree from the dropdown menu on the right.
3. In the next row, type graphic design.
4. Toward the bottom in the Manuscript type box, check Master's theses.
5. Finally, click the Search button on the right.
6. When you find a thesis, click on the title to view the full text.
   • Please note: some authors have chosen to exclude images from Proquest.

Another place to search is WorldCat:

The link above will take you to the advanced search. Follow the steps below or take a look at the screenshot:

1. In the first search box, type “graphic design” with the quotes around it.
2. In Subtype limits, Any Content, select Thesis/dissertation.
3. Click on the title of the item you want.
4. Then click External Resources: Borrow from another library
5. This will take you to Interlibrary Services where you can request the title from another library.
   • The first time you log in, you will need to register.
   • Hint: Worldcat will fill in the request form for you. See a blank request form? Go back to Worldcat and click Borrow from another library again. The form should refresh with the required info in it.
   • Need more help? Watch this video, or ask a librarian:

MFA Graphic Design theses online

• Iowa State University
• Kent State
• Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
• Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)