Overview

The Photography degree at Loyola University Chicago guides students in learning the technical foundations, aesthetic strategies and conceptual approaches, and the cultural/historical perspectives of the medium. Through the program, students build their ability to pursue photography as a means of creative exploration and intellectual investigation.

Key Features

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

Apply a range of materials, processes and techniques within their chosen concentration as a primary form of artistic expression

Engage in self-directed problem solving and critical thinking, and take creative and intellectual risks in the production of original artwork

Employ scholarly and visual research in developing concepts that underlie their artistic intentions, and effectively communicate them orally and in written form

Reflect on the creative process in relation to audience, current professional standards, and contemporary developments in art production, theory and criticism, and work independently in the development of cohesive bodies of work for professional exhibition

Document artwork and artistic activity, and build portfolios relevant to the communication, dissemination and public display of creative work and artistic ideas

Understand the place of art making in human creativity within a global historical context. Differentiate between artistic styles, and the multiplicity of populations and communities from which works of have been made (and are made), and engage in critical discussion with a depth of analysis and appreciation for aesthetic and conceptual diversity

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Global Art History: Modern Art

Contemporary Art 1945-Present

Photography

Lighting Techniques for Photography and Video Art

Photography: Films and Cameras

Video Art

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

More details

At Loyola University, application deadlines are for priority consideration, but rolling admissions continue on a space-available basis thereafter.

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete either Loyola University Chicago's free online application or apply through Common App

Send in all official high school and secondary transcripts from each institution you have attended.

English proficiency scores.

Ask for a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor or have them use our online form.

500-word personal statement

Send a resume of your achievements and extracurricular activities at school or in your community

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

54530 USD / year

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Out-of-State

54530 USD / year

≈ 54530 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

54530 USD / year

≈ 54530 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

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