Art
Bachelor of Arts
Overview
- In-state: $11,274
- Out-of-state: $30,750
- WUE/Invitation to Idaho:: $14,988
Explore scholarships and financial aid
*Includes Art and Architecture professional fees. See fee details in cost accordion below.
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A broad education in art
Studying visual arts develops the creative thinking and visual-material problem solving skills needed to succeed in today’s global art and design communities.
In this program, you will gain a well-rounded liberal arts education, focusing on art and design, in addition to courses in the humanities, languages, and art history and theory. Intensive studio instruction will develop and hone your technical skills in one of the following areas: graphic design, interactive design, painting, sculpture, printmaking, or ceramics.
The program features an integrated curriculum where students can develop skills in visual thinking and critical analysis, and gain a deeper understanding of the history, processes, and contexts that drive the visual arts.
View the sample four-year plan for this degree.
A path in Art and Design
Career outcomes
Current job openings
1,396 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Self-Enrichment Education Teachers
$46,481 - Archivists
$71,078 - Elementary School Teachers
$84,757 - Craft Artists
$15,374 - Commercial and Industrial Designers
$79,976
* Career data provided by Lightcast.
Clubs and involvement opportunities
Organizations and clubs
Organizations and clubs connect students, create community, and help shape future leaders.
- AIGA: The Professional Association for Design
- Student Congress of Art & Architecture
- Vandal Printmakers Guild
- Visual Arts Community
Internships
The College of Art and Architecture has strong industry connections providing internship and networking opportunities that are crucial as you establish your career.
- Museums
- Galleries
- Public schools (teaching practicum required for art education majors)
- Public agencies
- Private firms in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, graphic design, and interaction design.
- Art nonprofits
- Community centers
Overview
- In-state: $11,274
- Out-of-state: $30,750
- WUE/Invitation to Idaho:: $14,988
Explore scholarships and financial aid
*Includes Art and Architecture professional fees. See fee details in cost accordion below.