Art Education (B.A.)
Art Education (B.A.)
Educating the Future of Art
The Art Education Program at ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë University combines a strong liberal arts education with advanced art teacher preparation, making its graduates exceptionally well prepared to teach and ready to succeed both personally and professionally. While earning your degree, you will also fulfill the educational requirements for Pre-K - 12 teacher certification in Pennsylvania.
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Already have a bachelor's degree? If you already hold a bachelor's degree and are interested in earning teaching certification and/or a second degree, please inquire through our postbaccalaureate teaching certification program. You may be eligible for discounted tuition and special aid.
Why the Art Education Program at ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë University?
At ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë, you will receive valuable teaching and artistic experience that will prepare you to teach art in grades Pre K - 12. Our degree/certification preparation program will move you forward into your role as a future educator, as you:
- Earn a teaching certification.
- Receive excellent studio instruction, comprehensive art history instruction and exposure to studies in criticism and aesthetics.
- Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities in our Arts Center.
- Have opportunities to work with children in
- Complete a 14-week student teaching program, during which you will plan and employ lesson designs under the guidance of a cooperating teacher at a school in a local area school district (with stipend available from the new Pa. Student Teacher Support Program).
- Experience all of the benefits of our Apple Distinguished School, including a MacBook Air laptop for full-time freshmen.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the job outlook for teachers to grow steadily through 2026. The award-winning Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) at ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë will work with you, your professors and local, regional and national employers to provide you with the career preparation skills and placement services you need - as a student and after you graduate.
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As a student in ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë University's Art Education Program, you will work with experienced faculty members who have a wide variety of experiences and skills in both the arts and education fields.
Ready to Take Your Next Step Forward?
You can apply online for free at any time. ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë features admissions requirements and a comprehensive aid program. If you haven't been to visit us yet, please schedule a time to come up to the Hill. You may just see your future from here.
Art Education Stories
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Jodee Harris Gallery to Host Immersive Exhibition by New Art Faculty Josias Figueirido
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ÑÇÖÞÎÞÂë University Jodee Harris Gallery to Host Archives of the Allegheny Metals Collective Oct. 12 to Nov. 10
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Rachel Cellini Morris ‘73 Receives Distinguished Alumni Award
To contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, fill out our online Request for Information form. You may also call us any time at (724) 838-4281 or (800) 826-6234, or send an email to admit@setonhill.edu.