BA in Arts in Harrisonburg United States | James Madison University

The School of Art, Design and Art History provides Art degree programs that equip students for professional artistic careers or advanced graduate studies.

Through the art major, students cultivate visual communication skills, gain insight into compositional elements within creative processes, heighten their artistic perception, and build the foundation for ongoing professional development.
The Bachelor of Arts in Art caters to students pursuing broad visual arts education with complementary interests in humanities and foreign languages. Our faculty consists of active artists mentoring students through individualized instruction, while peer collaboration strengthens studio development. The program enriches learning through visiting artist lectures, specialized workshops, gallery visits, and regular exhibitions of professional work. Students can showcase their creations, help manage campus galleries and studios, and participate in various practical art initiatives.