Program Overview

Introduction to the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design

The Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design at Georgia State University offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs in art and design. The school is committed to providing students with a rigorous and well-rounded education that prepares them for successful careers in their chosen field.

Undergraduate Programs

The school offers several undergraduate programs, including:

• Bachelor of Arts in Art, Concentration in Art History
• Bachelor of Arts in Art, Concentration in Studio
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art Education
• Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio, with concentrations in:
  • Ceramics
  • Drawing & Painting
  • Graphic Design
  • Interior Design
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Sculpture
  • Textiles

Graduate Programs

The school also offers several graduate programs, including:

• Master of Art Education
• Master of Arts in Teaching, Art Education
• Master of Fine Arts in Studio, with concentrations in:
  • Ceramics
  • Drawing & Painting
  • Graphic Design
  • Interior Design
  • Photography
  • Printmaking
  • Sculpture
  • Textiles

Program Details: M.F.A. in Interior Design

The M.F.A. in Interior Design is a 72-semester-hour program that includes:

• Professional Development (12 hours)
• Studio-Specific Courses (30 hours)
• Electives (6 hours)
• Art History (12 hours)
• Thesis (12 hours) The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in interior design, including the development of skills in design, research, and teaching.

Admissions Requirements

Applicants to the M.F.A. program must submit:

• Three letters of recommendation
• Statement of purpose
• Portfolio
• Unofficial transcript from all previous schools
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Online application

Program Highlights

The M.F.A. program in Interior Design at the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design offers:

• A NASAD-accredited degree
• Funding opportunities, including scholarships and full funding for master's degree students
• A competitive Welch Fellowship that provides monthly stipends and funds students for the entire three years of study
• Opportunities for students to work as graduate assistants, including teaching undergraduate courses

Careers

Graduates of the M.F.A. program in Interior Design are prepared for careers in:

• Graphic, interior, and web design
• Multimedia art
• Curation and gallery direction
• Museum and non-profit arts management
• Art administration
• K-12 art teaching
• Art education
• Art history and writing
• Creative direction at advertising and marketing firms
• Props and set design fabrication
• Art appraisal

Goals and Outcomes

The M.F.A. program in Interior Design is designed to:

• Provide comprehensive exposure to an array of perspectives in interior design
• Explore the continuing traditions of art making in pursuit of new forms and contemporary issues
• Encourage multidisciplinary approaches with other studio areas
• Develop pedagogical skills and strategies through teaching assistantships
• Prepare students for a professional arts career through development workshops and practical experience.