The Visual Arts Education program is designed to provide candidates with conceptual as well as practical experiences for teaching art. IUB’s art education licensure program prepares candidates to work with students in grades P-12 as they explore the world of art. The curriculum helps candidates develop instructional techniques in a variety of artistic media, from painting to computer art. Candidates will also receive a strong grounding in education theory, instructional methodologies, and content area coursework. In addition, candidates will have the opportunity to get real-world experience teaching at Saturday Art School, a community arts education program for students in grades K-6.
| Starting Semester | Deadline | |
| Fall | May 1 | |
| Spring | Nov 1 | |
| Summer | Apr 1 | |
International students are encouraged to apply early to allow extra time for their materials to arrive. | ||
The Graduate Studies Office will accept unofficial transcripts and self-reported test scores for admission reviews. Any admission made with these documents would be conditioned on receipt of official documents, which should be provided as soon as possible.
If you are currently enrolled or have applied in the past year, you are eligible for a reduced application fee of $35. Learn more »
- Passing the ETS Praxis Indiana Art – Content Knowledge Exam (test code 5134)
AND - ONE of the following:
- Baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 point scale; OR
- Graduate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area or related field in which the person wants to teach; OR
- Both a baccalaureate degree from an accredited postsecondary educational institution in the subject area that the individual intends to teach with a grade point average of at least 2.50 on a 4.0 point scale, and five (5) years of professional experience related to the subject area of the degree (for content area teachers).
- Completed online application that includes:
- Transcripts
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- GRE scores (required from international applicants only)
- Resume
Costs listed are per credit hour.
2023-2024 Academic Year
| Residency | Tuition* |
| Indiana resident | $460.00 |
| Non-resident | $1545.50 |
2024-2025 Academic Year
| Residency | Tuition* |
| Indiana resident | $469.20 |
| Non-resident | $1576.40 |
*Does not include all fees, which will vary depending on the number of credits enrolled. Find more information and calculate your expected costs at Student Central.
- Learn about the variety of fellowships and assistantships available to graduate students.
- Visit Student Central for information about financial assistance.
- Consult your employer about the availability of tuition reimbursement or tuition assistance programs.
- Active duty military, veterans, and military families should visit the Center for Veteran and Military Students to take full advantage of available financial assistance and educational benefits.
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Marjorie Manifold
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