Explore the multifaceted world of visual art, develop critical thinking and creative skills, and gain a deep understanding of art’s historical and cultural contexts while preparing for a dynamic career in the arts.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus (In Person)
- Armstrong Campus (In Person)
Why Major in Art at Georgia Southern?
Our Art Department delivers a dynamic and immersive educational experience that ventures beyond the traditional. You’ll be given opportunities to explore diverse artistic disciplines, from studio art and graphic design to art history and art education — all in an inspiring, supportive environment.
The curriculum is designed to cultivate both your technical skills and critical thinking abilities, preparing you to analyze, create, and communicate with confidence. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, Georgia Southern provides the ideal setting to develop your unique artistic voice and pursue a successful career in the arts.
Ready to Apply?
What Can You Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Art?
Pursue a wide range of careers that leverage your creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills.
Graduates with a BA in Art often discover roles in gallery management, museum curation, graphic design, and arts administration. An art degree equips you for specialized positions in art conservation, illustration, and digital media, or for teaching art at various educational levels. Plus, the skills you develop—such as concept development and visual analysis—prepare you for success in creative industries like film, advertising, and interior design.
Where our graduates work:
- Museums
- Galleries
- Creative Agencies
- Film and Television
- K-12 Schools
- Art and Cultural Centers
What our graduates do:
- Graphic Designer
- Art Teacher
- Illustrator
- Arts Administrator
- Museum Coordinator
- Arts Journalism
What You’ll Learn
In the Georgia Southern art program, you’ll explore a wide range of disciplines and develop a strong foundation in both technical skills and creative expression.
Engage in courses spanning drawing, painting, digital media, and sculpture, while also gaining crucial insight into the cultural and historical significance of art. Our BA of Art curriculum puts an emphasis on critical thinking, concept development, and effective communication, equipping you to understand art’s impact on society and to pursue diverse career paths in the creative field.
Take Action
Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Once complete, pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
- You can check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
Georgia Southern offers art scholarship opportunities for first-time freshmen, transfer and continuing students who demonstrate strong academic and creative achievement across all three campuses.
All Art Scholarships
The Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
Take the Next Step
Ready to build a strong foundation in visual arts and open doors to careers in graphic design, curation, and teaching? Learn more about earning your Bachelor’s Degree in Art at Georgia Southern University.
Contact Us
Betty Foy Sanders Department of Art
P.O. Box 8032
Statesboro, GA 30460-8032
Phone: 912-478-5358
Fax: 912-478-5104
art@georgiasouthern.edu