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Art and Design Education
Program Summary
The master's degree in art and design education is designed to prepare students to be leaders, scholars and risk-takers in the field of art and design education in K-12 schools, colleges, universities, museums and cultural institutions. This program helps students build upon their personal strengths to advocate for art and design in schools and create diverse programs that appeal to students and communities alike.
Graduate Catalog Program Information
Program-Specific Admission Information and Requirements
Affiliated College: School of Art and Design
Degree(s) Offered: M.S. in Art and Design
Area(s) of Emphasis
- Specialization in Art and Design Education
Program Requires GRE: No
Letters of Recommendation: 3
Additional Application Materials
- Writing sample
- Portfolio
View application instructions.
University Requirements
Application Deadlines
| Internationals Living Abroad | Applicants Residing in the U.S. | Priority Consideration | Assistantship Consideration | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | May 1 | November 1 | March 1 | March 1 |
| Spring | October 1 | December 10 | November 1 | |
| Summer | June 1 | March 1 |
For More Information
School of Art and Design
Art Building Room 216
Program website
artgradcoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-1473
Director of Graduate Studies
Michael Barnes
mbarnes@niu.edu
Application Contact
Michael Barnes
artgradcoordinator@niu.edu
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