Art

Art

Creative Degrees for Creative People

Explore our flexible degree programs for a future-forward career as a creative professional in the digital or studio arts.

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Academic Excellence in a Creative Environment

Join a community who believes that creative expression—whether through traditional studio practice or cutting-edge digital design—is the foundation for learning.

Harness your skills and discover your creative potential with training from dedicated faculty in areas such as painting, sculpture, graphic design, and animation. Learn through experience in new state-of-the-art studios and digital labs equipped with industry-standard tools.

Graduate with the knowledge to succeed in a variety of art-related careers, such as studio artist, graphic designer, educator, photographer, curator, historian, and creative business leader. We welcome you to our program.

DegreesUWG's art degrees are offered exclusively at the Carrollton Campus.

B. F. A.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art

Choose a concentration: Animation, Art Education, Ceramics, General Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Painting, Photography,  Printmaking, or Sculpture

minor

Minor in Art

Choose to minor in Studio Art or Art History

certification

Post-Baccalaureate Initial Certification in Art

Earn a certification to teach art

Scholarships

scholarships

Art offers a wide range of scholarships specifically for incoming admitted freshmen and continuing art students. Learn what scholarships are available and how to apply.

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UWG Admissions hosts events throughout the year, such as academic showcase and scholarship day, for interested students to visit campus and learn more about our degree options and scholarship opportunities. 

Questions? Contact: art@westga.edu

galleries

Our galleries showcase contemporary artists and provide dedicated spaces for UWG student artists to exhibit their work. Learn more about our galleries and exhibition schedule.

Events

Student Artwork

Photographic portrait of femaleJoseph Godley
sculpture resembling matches mounted on wood boxesSarah Gailey
cast hands mounted on wall with shadow effectsAngel Ponder
painting of girl with pink hair holding potted plantAnna Coleman
Misery Meat table settingMorgan Ball
print of mail portrait with old newspaper clippings overlaidAdam Reid

Land Your Dream JobLand Your Dream Job

Student creating a woodblock print at UWG

Land Your Dream Job

UWG art degrees prepare students to be leaders and entrepreneurs in visual storytelling. Our graduates are consistently nominated for prestigious awards and sought after for creative jobs in:

  • Major corporations and small businesses
  • P-12 and college-level education
  • Museums and galleries

Gain Real-World Experience

student welding

Gain Real-World Experience

The UWG Art Atelier brings community projects to life through custom artwork, design services, and creative solutions. In turn, UWG Art students enrich their experience by contributing to client‑driven projects and building essential professional skills to jump-start their careers.

Learn More about the UWG Art Atelier

Unmatched CoursesUnmatched Courses

Mr. Emerson next to his painting

Unmatched Courses

"My art professors influenced me by constantly pushing me to bring more creativity to my pieces. They encouraged me by allowing me free rein within my art and by exposing me to different media."

-Darius Emerson '18

Contact Us

CONTACT US:

(678) 839-5450 | art@westga.edu

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