Department of Art & Design

Turn your passion into purpose.

Art speaks to you. You, in turn, best express yourself through visual arts. With a degree in art and design from UIndy, you will have the added experience as well as the benefit of networking to turn your passion into a satisfying career. UIndy is one of only 300+ schools in the nation to be accredited by the National Association for Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), so you know our program is up to the highest standards. The world is waiting to see what you have to say through your art.

Art & Design Programs

During your first year, you will take courses that firmly establish techniques and foundations that are crucial to your artistic development. In your second year you will begin courses in your major or concentration that center on your goals as an artist. UIndy offers these majors in art and design:

Portfolio Submission

Submitting a portfolio of your work is required for earning an art and design scholarship, but it is not required to be an art & design major.

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Daniel Del Real
Visual Communication Design, Class of 2005

One of my favorite things about UIndy was the guidance I received from all my professors. They all really cared about me. They really helped me find who I was while I was there and that sculpted me into what I am today.