Overview

The Art Education program at Pennsylvania State University aims to generate and disseminate knowledge that leads to new pedagogical understandings on which more effective policies and practices can be grounded; and collaborate across disciplines, professions, and constituencies to promote social change that leads to educational improvement and transformation.
An integral part of the program involves a variety of observational and participatory experiences in art learning environments, and an extensive pre-practice internship.

Upon completion of the degree, employment prospects and/or acceptance for advanced graduate studies depends upon individual achievement and qualifications.

Careers

Many of our strongest majors also complete B.F.A. degrees in studio art. Others complete dual degrees or minors in Special Education or other areas likely to increase their marketability.

You are encouraged to extend your academic and professional opportunities while completing your degree. Upon completion, you are prepared for a career as an educator in elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as visual arts educators in museums and community settings.
In addition, our students are prepared to enroll in graduate studies to become college and university professors, researchers, and scholars. You are strongly encouraged to join professional networks such as the Pennsylvania Art Education Association (PAEA) and the National Art Education Association (NAEA).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Interpreting Art Experience: Social and Behavioral Perspectives
Diversity, Pedagogy, and Visual Culture
Visual Culture and Educational Technologies
Curricula, Pedagogy, and Assessment in Art Education
Ideas as Visual Images
Ideas as Objects
Commentary on Art
Ancient to Medieval Art
Renaissance to Modern Art
Learning and Instruction

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

121 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application
Official secondary school records
Official test scores: SAT or ACT
English language proficiency, if your native language is not English

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

43290 USD / year

≈ 43290 USD / year
Out-of-State

41790 USD / year

≈ 41790 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20644 USD / year

≈ 20644 USD / year

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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