Overview

The Art- Art and Entrepreneurial Studies B.A. at the University of Southern Maine provides a comprehensive education that merges creative practice with business acumen. This unique programme is designed for students who wish to establish their own creative ventures or lead within the non-profit and commercial art sectors. By integrating rigorous studio work with entrepreneurial theory, the curriculum ensures graduates are prepared for the modern creative economy.

Why Art- Art and Entrepreneurial Studies at University of Southern Maine?

The programme is nationally accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), ensuring high educational standards. Students enjoy a low student-to-teacher ratio, providing direct access to faculty who are active practicing artists and historians. Facilities include dedicated studio spaces and a state-of-the-art digital lab for technology-focused art courses.

Experiential learning is a cornerstone of the department, offering internships with local galleries, museums, and community organisations. The university also hosts a vibrant visiting artist programme, bringing international and regional scholars to campus for critiques and lectures. Students can showcase their work in the dedicated USM Art Gallery through annual juried exhibitions.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 29640 per year
National fee: USD 29640 per year
Local fee: USD 10080 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum allows students to specialise in various studio concentrations while completing core business modules. Modules may include:

Ceramics
Photography and Digital Art and Design
Painting and Drawing
Sculpture
Small Business and Entrepreneurship
Art History
Studio Art

Careers with Art- Art and Entrepreneurial Studies

Graduates are equipped to pursue diverse roles across the creative industries, focusing on both the production and management of art. The programme prepares students for careers as independent artists, gallery owners, or small business entrepreneurs. Many alumni find success in the commercial sector or within non-profit arts administration and community development.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Art & Design

Ceramics

Perceptual Drawing

Surface, Space, Time

Art History: Renaissance to the Present

Art History: Prehistoric through Medieval

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

We accept and review applications throughout the year on a rolling admission cycle.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Gorham, United States

Disciplines

Entrepreneurship Art and Craft View 391 other Bachelors in Entrepreneurship in United States

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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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General requirements

Completed application form
Official transcripts of your education history
Completed personal statement/essay (recommended)
Submit your official secondary school transcripts, exam certificates, and any college-level transcripts including certified English translations
Provide financial documentation that shows you are able to support educational and living costs
Submit US $50 application fee (except Canadian applicants)
Submit an official evaluation of college-level transcripts approved by one of the following transcript analysis agencies:
National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES)
Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE)

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

29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
Out-of-State

29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10080 USD / year

≈ 10080 USD / year

Living costs

Gorham

United States

1370 - 2127 USD / month

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

Funding

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