Overview

Key facts

Each studio art degree integrates the values of a liberal education while preparing graduates for intensive engagement with the production and examination of the visual arts.

Program Offerings at Grand Valley

Students can pursue an emphasis in ceramics, graphic design, illustration, jewelry and metal smithing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, and visual studies. The program is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).

Coursework

During their first year, studio art majors focus on the foundations courses that introduce them to technical and conceptual approaches to the visual arts. As students continue in the program they create a personal body of work under the supervision of faculty mentors in their emphasis area. For information about admission to the program, please visit the department website.

Career Options

Students may pursue a variety of career paths, including:

Designer
Gallery and museum work
Independent artist
Leadership in arts organizations
Teacher

Majors also build the transferable skills of critical thinking, problem solving, and communication necessary for professional careers outside of the arts.

Why Study Studio Art at Grand Valley State University ?

An artist's work incorporates creativity, but it is enriched by the consideration of broader ethical, historical, scientific, and cultural ideas. Joining the processes of making with investigation and analysis fosters thoughtful artists whose work contributes to the public dialogue about those ideas. Visual arts students:

Work in small classes that ensure individualized attention from faculty at all levels of the program.
Complete their studies in state-of-the-art facilities that ensure they acquire the skills essential for their chosen media.
Benefit from a program that encourages collaboration across emphasis areas to support students' individual interests.
Acquire the expertise necessary for participation in arts communities and for self-advocacy after graduation.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Foundations: 2-D Design

Foundations: 3-D Design

Foundations: Color and Design

Foundations: Introduction to Drawing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Allendale, 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.

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General requirements

International Application
$30 Application Fee
Personal Statement
Transcripts
Test Scores
Verification of Financial Support

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Out-of-State

22770 USD / year

≈ 22770 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16122 USD / year

≈ 16122 USD / year

Living costs

Allendale

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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Overview

Key facts

Program Offerings at Grand Valley

Coursework

Career Options

Why Study Studio Art at Grand Valley State University ?

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Allendale

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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