Ashland University

What you'll study

The curriculum combines required core studio courses, art history, and selected concentration courses to reach a concentration total of 27 credit hours. Core courses and their credit hours listed in the catalog are:

• ART 134 2-D Design (3)
• ART 135 3-D Design (3)
• ART 141 Drawing I (3)
• ART 206 Digital Imaging (3)
• Art History electives (6)

Students must complete three of the following concentration options (each 3 credits):

• ART 211 Ceramics I
• ART 231 Graphic Design I
• ART 242 Drawing II
• ART 245 Illustration I
• ART 261 Painting I
• ART 271 Printmaking I
• ART 281 Sculpture I

The catalog indicates the concentration total is 27 credits toward the 60-credit A.A. degree.

Entry requirements

The public course page does not list specific admissions criteria; prospective applicants should consult the Academic Catalog or contact Admissions for standard undergraduate entry guidance and any placement or portfolio expectations.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared either to transfer into a four-year art degree or to pursue entry-level creative positions. The program notes potential roles such as graphic designer, illustrator, art assistant, gallery assistant, or freelance artist. The page also cites U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data for Craft and Fine Artists showing a median salary of $52,910 per year; creative graduates may also apply their skills in marketing, advertising, education and related areas.

Scholarships & funding angle

The course page does not specify scholarships for this program. Students should explore university-wide financial aid, departmental awards, and external art scholarships; building a portfolio and contacting the Art & Design Department and Admissions early can help identify funding opportunities and application deadlines.