Arts Education
B.S.Ed. in Visual Arts Education
An arts education transforms students into critical observers of the world. When students begin to craft images, it helps them discover parts of themselves that have previously gone unexpressed. Our art education major prepares you to work with these students as they explore the world of art.
Classes will help you develop instructional techniques in a variety of artistic media, from painting to computer art. You’ll also receive a strong grounding in education theory, instructional methodologies, and content area coursework.
You will have the opportunity to get real-world experience teaching at Saturday Art School, a community arts education program for students in kindergarten through Grade 6.
After being admitted to IU Bloomington through the Office of Admissions, students must apply to Teacher Education Program (TEP). After completing further program-specific requirements, students may be admitted to the Teacher Education Program (TEP). Admission to TEP is competitive; meeting minimum admission requirements is necessary but not always sufficient for admission. Late applications are considered on a space-available basis.
Deadlines:
Fall Term: March 1
Spring Term: October 1
We offer a range of scholarships for qualified students. Current students can be considered for most School of Education scholarships by completing one application each year.
We also encourage students to visit Student Central for information about financial assistance.
If you are a prospective student who applies to our Direct Admit Scholars program, you’ll be considered for scholarship opportunities as an entering freshman.
The program culminates in a semester-long student teaching experience in a K-6 classroom. There, you'll prepare lessons and assess student performance under the guidance of a mentor teacher.
You can also take on additional field engagements as early as your sophomore year (depending on your admissions status) through our early field experiences program.
When you graduate, you'll be able to apply for an Indiana All School Settings license.
Contact Us
Office of Teacher Education
ED 1000
(812) 856-8500
edhelp@iu.edu