Overview

During the Bachelor of Art Therapy program of The University of Tampa students learn how to use the creation of art to resolve emotional conflicts and foster self-awareness and personal growth through education, rehabilitation and psychotherapy. Art therapy incorporates psychology, art and therapeutic techniques to provide a creative alternative to conventional therapies.

Students learn art applications, techniques and assessments to connect with people who struggle with verbalizing their feelings to help them cope in daily functioning. They engage in experiential learning through an internship program, which offers the opportunity to work with children or adults in a variety of service sites, including:

The Centre 4 Girls

Focus Academy

Moffitt Cancer Center

Tampa General Hospital

Creative Clay and Pyramid Inc.

Professional Preparation

To become a registered art therapist, the American Art Therapy Association (AATA) has determined that one must possess a master’s degree from an AATA-accredited program. Entry into such a graduate program is normally based upon three criteria: (1) art skills evidenced by studio coursework and portfolio, (2) coursework in the behavioral sciences, particularly psychology and (3) clinical or community experience such as practicums, volunteer work or professional work in the social sciences. UT’s B.A. in Art Therapy is designed to prepare students to enter an accredited master’s degree program and/or explore other wellness-related careers. Graduates from UT’s art therapy program have gone on to successfully complete master’s programs that are accredited by the American Art Therapy Association, at colleges including Florida State University, Marywood University and George Washington University.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Arts in Health

Art Therapy with Children and Adolescents

Art Therapy with Adults

Applications for Health and Wellness Professions

Figure Drawing

Painting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications for spring entry are evaluated on a rolling basis until the class is full. Applying early is encouraged.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tampa, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts of all secondary school coursework and grades translated in English.

Essay written in English.

A recommendation written by a counselor, teacher or headmaster.

English language proficiency scores.

International students also must furnish proof of available funds to cover their first year of study (including miscellaneous expenses) and each subsequent year.

Upon admission to the University and satisfactory completion of the financial statement, an I-20 form will be sent to applicants from UT’s admissions office.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Out-of-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year

Living costs

Tampa

United States

1122 - 1951 USD / month

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Professional Preparation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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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

Tampa

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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