Program Overview

Program Overview

The program of study leading to the degree of Master of Education (EdM) in Art Education is designed to provide advanced level study for students of two main kinds. It serves as professional development for art teachers and supervisors in the public schools and as preparation for those interested in a variety of careers in art education in contexts such as schools, museums, community arts, arts advocacy, or arts policy.

Program Objectives

The EdM program provides advanced-level study for art educators. The program’s objectives are to enable participants to:

1. Become familiar with key concepts and discourses in art education.
2. Develop the capacity to reflect on and to analyze their own practices in art education.
3. Gain deeper insight into the relationships between art education, community engagement, and research.
4. Develop a critical understanding of both theoretical and practical perspectives on art education.
5. Develop the ability to contribute to informed development of policy and practice in art education.
6. Prepare for a variety of careers in contexts such as schools, museums, community arts, arts advocacy, and arts policy.
7. Engage in professional development as an art educator.

Admission Requirements

Applicants for admission must hold a bachelor's degree in art education or a related field from an accredited institution. Admission is determined by a review of transcripts, letters of recommendation, resume, personal statement, and a writing sample.

Degree Requirements

• Course List Code | Title | Hours
  • ARTE 501| Issues in Art Education| 4
  • ARTE 502| Curriculum Development in Art| 4
  • ARTE 505| Foundations of Art Education| 4
  • ARTE 591| Independent Graduate Studies| 1 to 2
  • Electives| 18+
  • Total Hours| 32
• Other Requirements:
  • Candidates must spend at least two semesters or the equivalent in residence.
  • Minimum 500-level Hours Required Overall: 12
  • Certification requirements, if needed: 40-44
  • Minimum GPA: 2.75

Facilities and Resources

Resources for graduate students in art and design include the Krannert Art Museum’s excellent permanent collections and changing exhibitions; the Ricker Library of Art and Architecture, one of the largest art and architecture libraries in the nation; the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts; School of Art and Design facilities, which include extensive computer laboratories, digital photography and video editing equipment, wireless networking, ink-printing facilities, ceramic, woodworking, and metal shops, rapid prototyping and laser cutting, black/white and color darkrooms, shooting studios, and a wide selection of production and presentation equipment via reservation and checkout facility.

Financial Aid

Fellowships, assistantships, and tuition and fee waivers are awarded each year on a competitive basis.

Graduate Teaching Experience

Although teaching is not a general Graduate College requirement, experience in teaching is considered an important part of the graduate experience for master and doctoral students.