Overview

With State University of New York Plattsburgh's Art major, you will acquire the language for visual thinking through a foundation curriculum that includes drawing, two- and three-dimensional design and introductory art history.

Then you choose at least one studio area of concentration in which you build a mature level of creative expression. This in-depth involvement enables you to create a professional-level portfolio for your future goals. Many of our graduates choose to continue their education in a Master of Fine Arts program.

Key facts

The friendly, professional and collaborative faculty of the SUNY Plattsburgh Art Department provide a first-class studio education in a facility to which students have access 18 hours a day, seven days a week. Extracurricular opportunities are offered through the student-led Plattsburgh Association of the Visual Arts and the Visual Artist Series. The Plattsburgh State Art Museum, with its Museum without Walls program and Sculpture Park, is another valuable resource. And SUNY Plattsburgh’s location is unique: lakes, rivers, forests and mountains abound, while urban centers such as Montreal in Canada and Burlington, Vt., are within an hour’s drive from campus.

Career

There is a wide variety of jobs artists can hold. Some they planned or hoped to have and some they never dreamed of having. Some examples are:

Art conservator/restorer
Museum curator
Master printmaker
Book illustrator
Production potter
Graphic designer
Advertising photographer
Portrait photographer
Industrial photographer
Furniture designer
Art teacher
Art therapist
Web designer
Jewelry designer... the list goes on and on.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Basic Design: 2-D
Western Art: Ancient and Medieval
3-D Design
Computer Art
Book Arts
Ceramics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00

More details

We are on rolling admission and do not have specific deadlines for submitting an application.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Plattsburgh, 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

We are looking for a solid, college-preparatory background. In New York state high schools, that means Regents or Common Core coursework.

Successful applicants have an academic average of “B” or better. Students with good courses, but “C+” grades may be considered as “borderline”.

All first-year applicants should submit a recommendation from a school counselor and/or teacher.

Essays are an applicant’s opportunity to communicate to admissions in their own voice.

Applicants are encouraged to submit supplemental information regarding leadership experience, activities, community service, employment, etc., as well as any additional details regarding extenuating circumstances that might have affected academic performance.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

16980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8490 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

16980 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 8490 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

7070 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3535 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Plattsburgh

924 - 2014 USD /month

Living costs

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

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Scholarships Information

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