Overview

Grounded in a rigorous exploration of materials and techniques, students hone their artistic voice through critiques, engagement with guest artists, and collaboration with a creative community of makers and thinkers. Students have access to remarkable instructors and individual studio spaces on campus, open 24/7, allowing for time to observe, process, experiment and create.

As a Drawing and Painting major at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, you will:

Explore the techniques and approaches of traditional drawing and painting while questioning the possibilities of form and function in a contemporary context.

Find your own creative direction and voice–not only how to draw and paint, but what to draw and paint.

Balance coursework in art history with studio classes that focus on technique as well as concept and theory.

Have boundless access to studios, shops, classrooms, faculty, guest lectures, and critiques.

Invent, observe, and apply new skills and ideas.

Career

There are many paths to explore with a degree in Drawing and Painting.

Potential careers include:

Fine Artist

Independent Curator

Illustrator

Muralist

Tattoo Artist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Painting: Materials and Techniques

Drawing: Color and Mixed Media

Drawing: Figure

Issues in Abstraction

Painting: Water-Based Media

Image and Text

Operative Drawing

Painting as Object

Representational Studio

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Minneapolis, United States

Disciplines

Painting & Drawing View 174 other Bachelors in Painting & Drawing in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

Take A Free Practice Test!

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

Application Form

Official Transcripts

Official Test Scores

Letter of Recommendation

Personal Statement

Portfolio (optional for BS applicants)

Proof of English proficiency

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

46464 USD / year

≈ 46464 USD / year
Out-of-State

46464 USD / year

≈ 46464 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

46464 USD / year

≈ 46464 USD / year

Living costs

Minneapolis

United States

1130 - 2045 USD / month

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

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Drawing and Painting.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Career

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

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Minneapolis

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners