MA
Art Education
Application Deadline
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
Program Requirements
Application Requirements
Deadline Notes
This program admits every odd year. The next admission will be for Fall 2023.
- A baccalaureate degree in Art Education from an accredited U.S. or Canadian university. Applicants holding other teaching degrees may be considered if art deficiencies or professional education deficiencies are completed to the satisfaction of the Art Education Graduate Admissions Committee prior to admittance in the program. This committee is comprised of Art Education Graduate Faculty.
- Certification to teach in public schools at the elementary or secondary level OR equivalent professional background related to other educational venues (e.g. museum and community education)
- Two years of art teaching or equivalent experience
- A 3.0 or higher GPA during the last two years of undergraduate study
Application Requirements
- Artists’ Statement
- Statement of intent
- Writing Sample
- Portfolio of 20 images, or their equivalent
Deadline Notes
This program admits every odd year. The next admission will be for Fall 2023.
Program Requirements
The MA in art education is a cohort program intended for teachers who desire intensive curriculum development, professional development, and additional content and skills in the disciplines of a comprehensive art program. This program prepares students to pursue a PhD or EdD in art education if that is their intention. In addition to reviewing research literature in art education, this program has a rigorous studio practice component designed to integrate teaching and artistic practice.
Requirements for Degree.
Requirements for Degree.
- Credit hours (36 hours): minimum 30 course-work hours plus 6 thesis hours. Course work hours primarily from 500- and 600-level courses (no more than 9 hours of 300- or 400-level courses may apply).
- Course requirements: 15 hours of core art education seminar (ArtEd 678R); 12 hours of ArtEd 578R (3 hours of digital art; 9 hours of studio art); 3 hours of art history courses; 6 thesis hours (ArtEd 699R).
- Select graduate committee and submit study list no later than second week of second semester.
- Examinations: comprehensive examination and oral defense of thesis.
Program Outcomes
Studio Practice
Students will further develop their personal artistic practice in relation to current discourses related to contemporary art and their own pedagogy.
Literature and History of the Field
Students will demonstrate understanding and knowledge of historical trends in art, design, and education and the ability to access relevant sources of research and commentary within these fields.
Leadership and Community
Students will contribute to a strong collaborative community network through leadership and service within a graduate cohort and among various art education professional organizations.
Professional Activity
Students will actively participate and contribute to the field as researchers and practitioners.
Research
Students will conduct reflective research within their own teaching contexts and explore and contribute to significant topics within the field.
Spirituality
Students will demonstrate the ability to consider complex questions and personal responsibilities associated with art and education in the light of gospel principles and through their experiences as researchers, artists, and teachers.
Students will further develop their personal artistic practice in relation to current discourses related to contemporary art and their own pedagogy.
Literature and History of the Field
Students will demonstrate understanding and knowledge of historical trends in art, design, and education and the ability to access relevant sources of research and commentary within these fields.
Leadership and Community
Students will contribute to a strong collaborative community network through leadership and service within a graduate cohort and among various art education professional organizations.
Professional Activity
Students will actively participate and contribute to the field as researchers and practitioners.
Research
Students will conduct reflective research within their own teaching contexts and explore and contribute to significant topics within the field.
Spirituality
Students will demonstrate the ability to consider complex questions and personal responsibilities associated with art and education in the light of gospel principles and through their experiences as researchers, artists, and teachers.
Program Stats
Characteristics of Students from Past Academic Year
Total Students
16.0
International
1.0
Male
2.0
Female
14.0
LDS
16.0
BYU Undergraduate
13.0
Five Year Average of Graduated Students
Average Years to Degree
1.89
Graduated Per Year
18.6
GMAT Quantitative Percentile
67.5
Five Year Average of Admitted Students
Applied Per Year
6.2
Admitted Per Year
5.0
Percent Admitted
80.65
Average GPA
3.32
Courses and Faculty