MFA
n. countablen. Stands for Master of Fine Arts. A high-level university degree for people who want to be professional artists or writers. It focuses on creating work rather than just studying history. In computing, MFA stands for multi-factor authentication, a security process that requires more than one way to prove your identity.
n. Abbreviation for Master of Fine Arts. An advanced postgraduate degree awarded in creative fields such as visual arts, creative writing, or filmmaking. It is typically considered a terminal degree, emphasizing creative practice and professional production over academic research. In digital security, MFA refers to multi-factor authentication, where users must provide two or more verification factors to gain access to an account.
She is applying for an MFA in creative writing.
After finishing her MFA, she felt prepared to exhibit her paintings in professional galleries.
While an MA often focuses on the historical and theoretical aspects of a discipline, an MFA requires a significant body of original creative work for the final thesis.
Usually used with the indefinite article 'an' because the letter 'M' begins with a vowel sound.
a MFA degreean MFA degreeUse 'an' before abbreviations that begin with a vowel sound, like the 'em' sound in MFA.
Last updated July 22, 2026