Dr. Britt Ransom

Associate Professor

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Biography

Britt Ransom's artistic practice investigates the intricate relationships between humans, animals, and the environment through sculpture and installations, often employing digital fabrication processes. Her work embodies a systematic construction of concepts that directly reflects the observed microcosms found in the interactions among various species, particularly how plants and animals coexist in shared spaces. Ransom is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Heinz Endowment Creative Development Award and the Joan Mitchell Center Residency. Her artwork has been showcased at notable venues such as Louisiana State University, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, and the Contemporary Art Center in New Orleans. Additionally, she has contributed to academic discourse through publications in recognized journals and compilations related to art and technology. Ransom has also served as the Chair for the SIGGRAPH Studio Art Gallery from 2017 to 2019 and currently holds a position on the Board of Directors for the Emma S. Reverdy C. Ransom Foundation, contributing to community initiatives in New Orleans.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.