The knowledge you gain at McMurry will help you become a leader in your field and an impactful part of children鈥檚 life and development.
Visit the departmentWhen you choose McMurry for your art education, you set yourself up for success inside and outside the classroom. You鈥檒l learn from teachers who practice art & design every day and are passionate about the subjects and skills you鈥檙e learning. In small classes, you鈥檒l receive one-on-one attention and meet other students who are excited about breaking into the career world alongside you. You鈥檒l be invited to participate in regular gallery exhibitions, study abroad, and complete a required capstone project that will impress future employers or act as a gateway into further studies.
What You Can Earn
Bachelor of Arts in Art Education
You鈥檒l complete at least 120 credit hours, not including developmental courses. At least 39 hours will be at an advanced level.
Minor in Curriculum and Instruction Required
Students will declare a major in a subject area that will then be supported with a minor in Curriculum and Instruction for students seeking teaching certification.
Although many art education majors graduate with the intent of becoming teachers, this isn鈥檛 the only option for students of art education. You鈥檒l graduate with knowledge that can propel you toward a career in museum curation, arts administration, art therapy, childhood education, art teaching for all ages and more.