Art Major

The decision to attend art and design school is a huge step towards shaping a creative and fulfilling career. The abundance of different art and design programs can be overwhelming, however, and you might be asking yourself, "Which of these majors is the right one for me?"

First, speak to your admissions representative/advisor before you decide what to major in. Admissions representatives ensure that incoming students pick the major best suited for them. They talk to the students about their background, interests and goals in art and design. Students can ask questions about what each major is, what it offers, and how they differ.

Find out what majors are available to you. Some schools have a lot of different programs so it is vital to learn about each one before you declare. For example, Academy of Art University offers an array of art and design majors.

Interested in more than one major? Some schools allow students to take classes from multiple disciplines. With the help of a personal academic advisor, set up your four year plan to allow flexibility and the ability to customize and manage your coursework to reflect all of your diverse interests.

When speaking to your advisor, make sure to find out if there are any concentrations within majors. Are you interested in Jewelry Making? Printmaking? Comic book illustration? Copywriting? Acting? Documentary photo? Find out if your school has the resources and the classes for you to tailor your major around all of your interests and goals.

No matter what you decide to major in, get the most out of your program by using the resources your school provides. Find out what galleries, labs and studio spaces are available to you. Academy of Art University has three private galleries as well as labs all over campus with the state-of-the-art technology students can use to excel in their majors. With the proper tools and knowledge, you will be in the top of your department by graduation.