Art Education (MA)
Master of Arts
Gain access to a comprehensive interdisciplinary, historical and contemporary orientation to the study and practice of art education.
- Delivered entirely online
- Next cohort begins August 2023 - Apply by April 14!
- Scholarships available for UNI alumni
Features
Entirely Online | 30 Credits | 5 Semesters
- Learn from distinguished faculty in the areas of Art Education, Art History and Studio Art
- Curriculum aligns with student activities in classroom experiences
- Courses address models of inquiry and practice that help to establish stronger links between theory and practice in art education
- Delivered on a cohort basis and completed in five consecutive semesters beginning with fall (six hours of credit each semester)
- Ranked in the top 15% of online master's in education programs in 2023 by U.S. News and World Report
Here to Help
As an Online & Distance Education student, you’ll have a dedicated Enrollment Contact and Program Coordinator to assist you with registering for classes, navigating the course sequence and billing process, preparing for graduation and much more.
 | Samantha Goss Program Coordinator Assistant Professor, Department of Art |
 | Carolina Wilson Enrollment Contact carolina.wilson@uni.edu |
Delivered entirely online
Courses are offered entirely online using dynamic platforms including Zoom video conferencing and Blackboard, and individual instructor/student conferencing. Courses taught in the first year are designed to explore contemporary themes of art education in eight-week modules. Courses instructed in the second year will be delivered in 16-week modules to allow implementation of research and writing. The program is delivered in a cohort model, allowing you to study with the same group of teachers throughout the program.
Our graduates are prepared to:
- Continue on in the classroom as highly qualified practitioners
- Confidently engage in local and national art education conversations
- Advocate for their teaching practice and art education
Individualized support services
Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:
- Personalized academic advising
- Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
- Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
- Access to student accessibility services and staff
- Technical support assistance
Admission Requirements
Along with the application, you'll need to submit:
- resume with record of professional activity and service
- statement of purpose including research interests and professional goals for pursuing the Art Education MA
- two professional letters of recommendation
- official transcripts, sent directly to the Office of Admissions
Next Steps
Express Interest
Complete our online information request form. We'll send program updates, important information, and application deadlines directly to your inbox!
Apply Now
Along with the application, you'll need to submit:
- resume with record of professional activity and service
- statement of purpose including research interests and professional goals for pursuing the Art Education MA
- two professional letters of recommendation
- official transcripts, sent directly to the Office of Admissions
For full consideration, apply by April 14, 2023.
Scholarships Available
Online & Distance Education offers scholarships to UNI teaching alumni who enroll in a degree-seeking graduate program at a distance.
Delivery of this program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.
Meet Our Faculty
Wendy Miller
Associate Professor
wendy.miller@uni.edu
319-273-2833
Jeffery Byrd
Professor
jeffery.byrd@uni.edu
319-273-2077
Samantha Goss
Assistant Professor, Department of Art
samantha.goss@uni.edu
319-273-2077
