Under the personal direction of qualified artists, students are first introduced to the fundamentals of art and later to higher levels of theory and techniques. Advanced students are guided toward independent study, in the medium of their choice, and are shown how to prepare a resume and professional portfolio. Small classes and personal attention from professionals make Marian University’s art environment a place to learn and grow in the fine arts.
Requirements for Bachelor of Arts Degree (B.A.) in Art
26 to 27 credits in studio art courses including 104, 106 or 109, 201, 206, 221, 255, 490, 491, and one upper-level ART elective. The major is completed with a minimum of 10 credits of art history courses beginning with ARH 240.
Concentration in Fine Art Studio
Entrance requirements include the completion of 221 and at least a “C” in each of the following courses: 104, 106, 201, 206, and a portfolio demonstrating an understanding of design principles and color theory. The fine art studio concentration requires the completion of the foundation ART/ARH courses required for the major, plus three courses selected from the following: 300, 304, 305, 321, 322, 326, or 327.
Minor in Art
24 to 25 credits including 104, 106, 201, 206, 221, ARH 240, and an upper-level art history course, plus one upper-level art elective.
Associate in Art Degree
24-25 credits including 104, 106 or 109, 201, 206, 221, and one upper-level art elective, ARH 240, one upper-level art history elective, and general education requirements, see Course Catalog index. A concentration cannot be earned in the associate program.
Accredited Off Campus Courses
Marian University art majors may take up to 12 credits of pre-approved activities courses at the Indianapolis Art Center for application to their degree at Marian University. These are courses not normally offered at Marian University.
Studio Lab Fees
Lab fees are assessed on most art studio courses to defray the cost of expendable materials. Lab fees are published in each semester’s schedule of classes.
For More Information Contact
Jamie Higgs, Ph.D.
jhiggs@marian.edu
liberalarts@marian.edu
317.955.6432
