Graduate theses are a vital part of MICA's contributions to the fields of fine art, design, and art history.  Explore the rich collection of past graduate theses from MICA's talented artists and scholars by browsing the and discover a wealth of creativity and innovation.

Whether you're looking to explore past theses, or preparing to submit your own work, we're here to guide you through the process.

Submitting Your Thesis

Ready to share your work with the MICA community? Follow these steps to submit your thesis:

1. Prepare Your Files
   • Ensure your thesis is in PDF/A format. If you need to submit other media with your PDF/A, these file types are accepted: BWF, WAV, PDF-3D, PDF/E, JPG, GIF, MPEG-4 AVC (H.264 codec) in MPEG-4container, and WARC.  See this guide for more information on and .
   • Create a thumbnail image for your folder on the . The image should be sized at 255 pixels (width) x 192 pixels (height). See the example* below for how the thumbnail image will look.
2. Submit Your Work
   • Complete the  by May 30th, 2025 to include your work for processing during the following semester. For more guidance, use the

*Thumbnails Example 

Questions or Concerns?

If you have any questions or need assistance with submitting your work, please don't hesitate to get in touch with us at digitaldecker@mica.edu. Our team is here to support you every step of the way.