The College of New Jersey

What you'll study

The program combines sustained studio work, art historical study, and professional preparation for teaching. Degree requirements include 12 studio courses, four art history courses, and six art education courses. Beginning in the sophomore year, students take one art education course each semester through the spring of their junior year, building sequentially toward practicum and student teaching. Coursework addresses artmaking, art history, aesthetics, criticism, and designing lessons that explore social issues, identity, media, and self-expression.

Entry requirements

The source text does not list specific admissions criteria or prerequisites for the major; applicants should consult the college’s admissions information for standard undergraduate entry requirements and any program-specific expectations.

Career prospects

Graduates are eligible for K–12 New Jersey State Art Teacher Certification and have historically been employed in school districts and arts organizations across the state. Alternatives to classroom teaching noted by the program include roles in nonprofit art organizations, museums, or further study in fields such as art therapy, social work, or fine arts.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The program references strong faculty mentorship, student recognition from professional organizations (such as AENJ and NAEA), and student success with conference presentations and awards; prospective students should explore institutional scholarships, departmental awards, and external grants offered by art education associations when investigating funding options.