Program Overview

Visual Arts–All Grades (Art Education) Master of Science for Teachers

Degree

Overview

The Visual Arts–All Grades (Art Education) Master of Science for Teachers degree is designed to sharpen artistic abilities while preparing students to teach the next generation of artists and creators. This accelerated visual arts education program provides hands-on experience, certifications, and job placement support.

Careers and Salary Info

Typical job titles for graduates include:

• Art Teacher
• Art Instructor
• Art Specialist
• Art Professor
• Arts and Crafts Instructor
• Arts Administrator
• Education Director
• Visual Arts Educator

The median first-year salary for RIT graduates from this degree is $46.5K.

Curriculum

The program consists of the following courses:

• ARED-701: Child Development in Art
• ARED-702: Inclusive Art Education: Teaching Students with Disabilities in the K-12 Art Classroom
• ARED-703: Multicultural Issues in Art and Education
• ARED-704: Methods in Teaching and Learning
• ARED-705: Methods II: Studio Thinking
• ARED-711: Professional Practices in Art Education
• ARED-790: Student Teaching
• ARED-890: Graduate Seminar in Art Education
• CAD Studio Elective

Admissions and Financial Aid

This program is available on-campus only. The application deadline is rolling, and the program is not STEM-designated.

To be considered for admission, candidates must:

• Complete an online graduate application
• Submit official transcripts
• Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university or college
• Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae
• Submit a personal statement of educational objectives
• Submit two letters of recommendation
• Submit a portfolio

International applicants must also submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic).

Accreditation

The visual arts–all grades program maintains Initial Program accreditation from the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).

Faculty

• Lauren Ramich, Senior Lecturer
• Gretchen Ettlie, Adjunct Faculty
• Melanie Martinek, Adjunct Faculty

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Contact

• Delaney Ball, Assistant Director, Office of Graduate and Part-Time Enrollment Services
• Lauren Ramich, Senior Lecturer, School of Art, College of Art and Design