Program Overview

Overview of the Stamps School of Art & Design

The Stamps School of Art & Design at the University of Michigan offers a unique art and design education, focusing on research and creative practice as engines for cultural change and innovation.

Programs

Undergraduate

• Overview: The undergraduate program provides a comprehensive education in art and design, with a focus on creative practice and research.
• BFA: A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is offered, with a focus on studio art and design.
• BA: A Bachelor of Arts degree is offered, with a focus on art and design history, theory, and criticism.
• Interarts Performance: An interdisciplinary program that combines art, design, and performance.
• Dual Degrees: Students can pursue dual degrees in art and design, and another field of study.
• Minor in Art & Design: A minor is offered for students who want to pursue art and design in addition to their major.
• Courses: A variety of courses are offered in art and design, including studio art, design, art history, and theory.

Graduate

• Overview: The graduate program provides advanced education in art and design, with a focus on research and creative practice.
• MDes in Integrative Design: A Master of Design degree is offered, with a focus on integrative design and innovation.
• MFA in Art: A Master of Fine Arts degree is offered, with a focus on studio art and design.
• Courses: A variety of courses are offered in art and design, including studio art, design, art history, and theory.

Pre-College Programs

• Overview: Pre-college programs are offered for high school students, including spring, summer, and fall programs.
• Spring Programs: Programs are offered during the spring semester, focusing on art and design education.
• Summer Programs: Programs are offered during the summer, focusing on art and design education and creative practice.
• Fall Programs: Programs are offered during the fall semester, focusing on art and design education.
• Anytime: Online programs are offered, allowing students to pursue art and design education at their own pace.
• FAQ: Frequently asked questions about the pre-college programs are answered.

Research and Creative Work

The Stamps School of Art & Design is committed to leading the conversation in art and design research and creative practice. Faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students are engaged in a variety of research and creative projects, including:

• Faculty: Faculty members are engaged in research and creative practice, pushing the boundaries of art and design.
• MDes Students: Master of Design students are engaged in research and creative practice, focusing on integrative design and innovation.
• MFA Students: Master of Fine Arts students are engaged in research and creative practice, focusing on studio art and design.
• Undergraduate Students: Undergraduate students are engaged in research and creative practice, focusing on art and design education and creative practice.

Exhibitions and Events

The Stamps School of Art & Design hosts a variety of exhibitions and events, including:

• Penny Stamps Speaker Series: A speaker series that brings renowned artists and designers to campus to share their work and ideas.
• Stamps Gallery: A gallery that showcases the work of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students.
• Calendars: A calendar of events is available, listing upcoming exhibitions, lectures, and other events.

Course Details

ARTDES 311.001, Winter 2026

• Credit Hours: 3
• Semester: Winter 2026
• Prerequisites: All of the following: ARTDES 200: Any 200 Level Studio.
• Description: In this course, students develop, design, and teach art projects in a wide variety of media to grade school students from a partner school or community art center. Students work in close collaborative teams to develop and produce vibrant art projects involving exploration, discovery, play, and problem-solving that foster imaginative and cognitive development through creativity.
• Frequency: This course is typically offered in the fall term of every academic year, though scheduling may vary according to future term circumstances.