College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareArt Education prepares teachers of art for kindergarten through grade 12 in schools. This major places emphasis on methods, materials, processes, and practice teaching in Illinois. Through this area of study, you’ll learn to embrace many roles, like artist, educator, and activist. Your coursework will cover a rigorous study of contemporary art and visual culture. You must submit a portfolio before the university accepts you into this program.
83% employed or continuing education
71% employed after graduation
12% attending graduate school
$37,544 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: Archdiocese Of Chicago, Casting House, Caterpillar View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Chicago, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign View All
4.3 years to degree
93% first-year retention rate
75% four-year graduation rate
89% six-year graduation rate