Bachelor of Applied Arts - Studio Art (Ceramics) in Mount Pleasant United States | Central Michigan University

As a studio art student at CMU, you'll explore diverse media while building a strong foundation in visual arts. Our program helps you refine your artistic vision and develop a unique creative approach. You'll collaborate with renowned artists and showcase your work through exhibition opportunities.
Develop practical skills and artistic insight to succeed in the visual arts field. Our studio courses emphasize hands-on learning of fine art fundamentals, encouraging innovative approaches using different techniques, materials, and technologies to spark your creativity.

In intimate class settings, you'll study under globally exhibited faculty. Specialize in areas like animation, ceramics, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, or sculpture. Regardless of your focus, you'll engage in cross-disciplinary work, learn through practice, and graduate with a compelling professional portfolio.

Outside class, you can collaborate with resident artists and attend visiting artist workshops. Our campus gallery provides practical experience in presenting your artwork.
As a studio art student here, you can:

Personalize your studies with courses such as Gender and Art, Modern Architecture, Ancient Near Eastern and Egyptian Art, or specialized courses exploring specific artistic techniques and theories.
Train in cutting-edge facilities featuring a letterpress studio, dedicated print lab, dual animation labs (digital & traditional), metal workshop and foundry, digital fabrication studios (with laser/plasma cutters and 3D printers), adaptable printmaking space, and professional photography lighting studios.
Compete for art-specific scholarships.
Connect with fellow artists through student groups like the Ceramics Club, Printmaking Club, and Photography Club.
Enhance your drawing abilities during summer studies in Florence, Italy.
Win scholarships for workshops at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.
Attend national conferences for visual arts professionals.
Showcase your creations at the Central Michigan University Art Gallery.