Art Education
The BFA degree in Art Education from Minnesota State University Moorhead prepares you for both creating and teaching art at a professional level. The experiences and opportunities within our program provide you with flexible employment options in numerous settings including public and private schools, community centers, parks and recreation departments, clinical settings, galleries, museums and nonprofits to name a few. Besides becoming well trained in a variety of studio areas, you will also complete coursework in art history, art education methods, psychology and multicultural studies. You’ll have the option of completing a 17-week student teaching experience that includes teaching art in both elementary and secondary classrooms. If you choose to pursue teaching licensure, you can leave with both Minnesota and North Dakota licenses.
The Art Education program has partnerships with more than 30 local organizations and agencies to provide you with service learning practicums and potential employment opportunities.
The flexible program allows you to gain robust career training and volunteer service, internship, and practicum experience, opening doors for employment in a variety of fields.
MSUM is home to the largest Art Education program in a three-state area, the only BFA in Art Education in the Minnesota State system, and offers one of only 10 undergraduate Art Therapy programs in the country.
The MSUM School of Art is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Art Student Success Stories
Painting to Freedom
Ellen and Paul Diederich's support of the arts is celebrated with a newly named art gallery at MSUM.
Franklin Ugochukwu's Journey Through Art and Teaching
Franklin Ugochukwu is a local artist who also happens to be an MSUM alum. Franklin is a well-known character in the Fargo/Moorhead art world. Franklin balances his art career, running a YouTube channel, and staying involved with MSUM.
Artistic roots shape BFA graduate’s career in global security
MSU Moorhead BFA alum Tom Weis uses his unique background to make an impact in the world of global security. He stays connected to campus, occasionally returning to share advice with current MSUM School of Art students.
Enhance your education outside of the classroom through various hands-on learning opportunities designed specifically for students like you.
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Studio Art | Art History | Art Therapy Minor | Elementary Inclusive Education | Special Education
MSUM’s art education program is designed to prepare you for professional roles in both art creation and teaching. This dual focus allows you to have a range of career options. This flexibility is valuable in the job market. Here is just a sample of art education careers that are predicted to have job growth through this decade.
What Are Some Common Art Education Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Teacher | 5% | $62,000 |
| Professor | 12% | $80,000 |
| Artist | 6% | $50,000 |