Program Details
The online Master of Arts in Art Education program focuses on teaching art and building leadership in elementary and secondary schools and communities. The curriculum is rooted in theory, reflecting current directions and literature in the field as it provides a deeper social and contextual understanding of the teaching of art and promoting leadership in the schools and within the field of art education. Coursework touches upon many diverse content areas, such as psychology, humanities, and interdisciplinary studies, as well as the more traditional content areas such as studio and art history.
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Pennsylvania Western University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Official College Transcript(s), Additional Materials May Be Required
Additional Info
- Requires an undergraduate degree in visual art, art education, or a related art field
- Intended for teachers or professionals interested in community arts or museum careers