Course planning advice here is limited to majors. For a full description of degree requirements, please see this
overview of the Academic Program and refer to the
Catalog for details and official rules. Any discrepancy between the Course Planning Pages and the Catalog will be resolved in favor of the Catalog.
The Studio Art Major requires 12 courses with in-depth experience in two of the five available studios: Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, or Sculpture.
One studio sequence should include three courses (studio sequence #1) and the other studio sequence should include two courses (studio sequence #2). Within the first year, students should take at least two art classes.
Possible Degree Path – starting in the first year. The following is a typical major plan. This is not the only way forward. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First Year
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Beginning 2D Studio Art (ARTS 160)
And 1-2 of the following courses:
- Studio Sequence #1 – Beginning course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Beginning course
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Sophomore |
3-4 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Intermediate level course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Begin. or Inter. level course
- Elective #1 – 2D or 3D as needed
- If not previously completed:
Beginning 2D Studio Art (ARTS 160)
One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171) |
| Junior |
3-4 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Advanced course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course (if not already completed)
- Advanced Art HIstory course
- Elective #2 – 2D or 3D as needed
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| Senior |
Practicum: Studio Art (ARTS 497, Fall semester)
Practicum: Senior Seminar (ARTH 430, Fall semester)
If not previously completed:
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course (if not already completed)
- Elective #2 – 2D or 3D as needed
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Possible Degree Path – starting in the second year. The following is a typical plan to complete this major. Please consult with your advisor or a member of the Department to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
First Year
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| Sophomore |
4 courses
- Beginning 2D Studio Art (ARTS 160)
- Studio Sequence #1 – Beginning course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Beginning course
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Junior |
4-5 courses
- Studio Sequence #1 – Intermediate level course
- Studio Sequence #1 – Advanced course
And 2-3 of the following:
- Studio Sequence #2 – Begin. or Inter. level course
- Studio Sequence #2 – Intermediate course
- Elective #1 – 2D or 3D as needed
- If not previously completed:
- Beginning 2D Studio Art (ARTS 160)
- One art history course (ARTH 170 or ARTH 171)
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| Senior |
Practicum: Studio Art (ARTS 497)
Practicum: Senior Sem. (ARTH 430)
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Elective #2 – 3D or 2D
Advanced Art History course (ARTH) |
Planning Recommendations: In preparation for the senior practicum, all degree paths must complete advanced work in the primary studio sequence (studio sequence #1) by the end of the junior year.