BFA in K-12 Visual Art Education in Ypsilanti United States | Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University | Ypsilanti United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 15,792
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in K-12 Visual Art Education equips students with expertise in studio practice, artistic research, and visual arts instruction. This program aligns with both Michigan's Visual Arts Education standards and the National Art Education Association's Teacher Preparation guidelines. Aspiring K-12 art educators gain the ability to combine creative practice with art historical knowledge and pedagogical theory to develop engaging curriculum for students aged 5-18. Under the mentorship of seasoned art education faculty, teacher candidates practice implementing innovative lesson plans while mastering effective instructional and evaluation techniques. Certification enables graduates to teach art across all grade levels or pursue careers in museum education, arts administration, or advanced studies in art therapy. Financial Support: The School of Art & Design provides three dedicated scholarships for visual art education majors and covers professional conference fees through the Art Education Professional Development Fund.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Apply to Eastern Michigan University. If you havent done so already, please visit our Select Scholars application page to apply.
Meet the minimum requirement of 2.0 cumulative High School Grade Point Average or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for consideration.
EMU uses a test-optional admissions model for first-year admission.
A student with a cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 or higher will not be required to submit a standardized test score.
A student with a cumulative high school GPA of 2.5-2.74 will be considered test-optional. Upon review of application and academic history, standardized test scores may be requested if required.
At student with a cumulative high school of 2.49 and below will be required to submit a test score.
Official transcripts are required for all admission consideration

Accepted tests and minimum scores required

SAT Evidence-based Reading and Writing Subscore (EBRW): 480
ACT English Subscore: 19
TOEFL: 61 iBT (TOEFL Home Edition also accepted)
IELTS: 6.0 (IELTS Indicator also accepted)
Michigan English Test (MET): 48
Pearson English Language Test (PTE): 44
Duolingo: 95

Tuition USD 15,792

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