The curriculum for the B.A./B.S. in Art is based on building an awareness and understanding of the historical, technical and contemporary aspects of art with a focus on the significance of art in society. The program offers the opportunity for professional artistic development, while incorporating subjects that lead to a liberal education.
Degree: B.A/B.S. in Art, Studio Arts Option
Career planning resources
What Can I Do with a Major in Art?
(Some occupations may require further education/licensure)
- Advertising Director
- Animation Director
- Animator
- Art Consultant
- Art Dealer
- Art Director
- Art Historian
- Artist
- Cinematographer
- Costume Designer
- Creative Director
- Curator
- Digital Artist
- Draftsperson
- Exhibit Designer
- Fashion Designer
- Filmmaker
- Florist
- Gallery Manager
- Graphic Designer
- Interior Designer
- Illustrator
- Lighting Designer
- Marketing Specialist
- Muralist
- Museum Director
- Painter
- Photographer
- Print Artist
- Public Relations Director
- Sculptor
- Teacher
(Data obtained from LinkedIn)
- Art Studio Teacher, Bright Horizons
- Graphic Designer, Dark Horse Comics
- Editor, E! Networks
- Consultant, Envisage Color & Surface Design
- Sculptor, Hunter Castle
- Executive Director, Maryhill Museum of Art
- Visual Design Manager, MWH Global
- Art Director, Nike
- Studio Manager, Quigley-Simpson
- Digital Department Manager, Signs Now NW
- Exhibitions Coordinator, Springfield Museum
- Product Development, Teva Footwear
- Watercolor Artist/Instructor, Upwright Studio
- Writing and Design Consultant, Woodland Park Zoo
- 1859 Magazine
- ScaleHouse
- WorkHorse
Job Search
In addition to our general job, internship, and volunteer search resources, below are some industry specific resources to help you search for opportunities in art. Don't forget the important process of researching employers and networking with professionals in companies/organizations that you are interested in.
Graduate School
In addition to our general Graduate/Professional School resources, utilize the following resources for researching advanced degrees in art.
- College Art Association: Graduate Programs in the Arts
- U.S. News and World Report Best Ranked Fine Arts Programs
Professional Associations
Involvement in professional associations can expand your network, keep you up to date on current trends in the field, and give you access to additional job and internship opportunities.
- American Institute of Graphic Arts
- Americans for the Arts
- College Art Association
- Oregon Arts Commission
Career Development Center
The Career Development Center is here to help you navigate your future path.