In UToledo’s Visual Arts program, you’ll earn your bachelor of art (B.A.) and deepen your professional network to find rewarding creative careers across industries. Build the critical experience you need to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
For those wanting a stronger focus on honing their artistic skills, our Studio Art program delivers a studio intensive curriculum where you can earn your bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.).
Top Reasons to Study visual arts at UToledo
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Awe-inspiring studio spaces.
As a Rocket, your art courses occur at UToledo’s cutting-edge Center for Visual Arts – a four-story architectural wonder designed by Frank Gehry, equipped with all the tools and expert technical instruction you need to take your talents to the next level.
Here, you can access digital studios, dark rooms, a laser etcher, CNC router and 3D printers. We also have a Center for Sculptural Studies, which includes a foundry and wood shop for bronze casting and metal forging.
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Professional development for impressive resumés.
Build a portfolio that demands attention with expert support from our award-winning faculty members. Additionally, you’ll engage in fulfilling professional experiences with the local arts community. From completing internships with high-visibility organizations like the Arts Commission of Greater Toledo to collaborating with the city on public art projects, Rockets receive unparalleled opportunities to advance their success.
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Strong partnership with the Toledo Museum of Art.
With our Center for the Visual Arts physically connected to the world-renowned Toledo Museum of Art, you’re always at the heartbeat of inspiration. Since 1921, our strong relationship with the museum has delivered valuable student experiences. No other art school in the area provides the kind of direct access we have to major art collections, where you can draw insights from the masters by simply walking down the hall.
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Dynamic double major.
Enhance your marketability and flexibility for job placement when you pair your primary degree with Visual Art. This exciting double major option delivers the powerful creative expertise you need to complement other professional pathways, such as communication, psychology, business and more.
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Accredited.
The Department of Art in UToledo’s Judith Herb College of Arts, Social Sciences and Education is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
What jobs can I get with a visual arts degree?
The University of Toledo prepares its graduates to find work in a constantly evolving arts job market.
- Educator
- Entrepreneur
- Gallery owner
- Visual effects artist
- Web designer
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
At UToledo, we take you beyond the textbooks and the four walls of a classroom. These real-world experiences are what help our graduates gain professional skills and land jobs.
Internships
Finding an internship is easy thanks to UToledo’s robust community partnerships with companies and organizations around the region. Dive into unique opportunities that prepare you to launch your career.
Internships help you:
- Gain practical experience
- Build your resume
- Refine your skills
- Cultivate contacts
Internships often lead to full-time jobs after graduation!
The Rocket Career Center can help you track down job opportunities. You also might be able to receive academic credit for your internship or job.
Research
UToledo is known for its undergraduate research opportunities. Start as early as your freshman year. Work with faculty who enjoy collaborating with students.
Our Office of Undergraduate Research can:
- Connect you to faculty mentors and projects
- Help you find funding
- Help you present your research at conferences and other events
Study Abroad
Travel, experience new cultures and meet new people — all while earning college credit.
UToledo's Education Abroad Office can help you find the perfect opportunity. You can apply for grants, scholarships and financial aid to help fund study abroad.
- Semester at Sea
- Short-term, summer and faculty-led trips
- Direct exchange programs with other universities
- Teach English abroad
- Global health program (med student clerkships)
- Rocket Kids (work with youth around the world)
Rocket Kids Semester
The Rocket Kids program offers University students a fall, spring or summer semester internship providing recreational programming to U.S. military youth while experiencing the world in locations such as Germany, Italy, Belgium and The Netherlands.
Rocket Kids interns will gain practical experience in programming, leadership, health and wellness, creative arts, performing arts, cultural and literary arts, team and individual sports, adventure and outdoor recreation and STEM education.
On-campus and Part-time Jobs
- Learn skills that prepare you for a career after graduation.
- Build your resume.
- Earn money.
If you want to work, there are plenty of opportunities on campus and at businesses near campus. If you demonstrate financial need, you may qualify for the federal work-study program.
Student Organizations
Our most successful students get involved.
UToledo has 400+ student organizations that will help you:
- Make friends.
- Build your resume.
- Network.
- Be a leader.
- Serve your community.
- Have fun!
Tuition and Scholarships
Most new students don't pay full price. 94% of new UToledo students receive scholarships or other state and federal aid.
Keep in mind: Your cost will vary by college, program and a host of other options. This is the average amount full-time students pay per year.
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Choose Ohio First scholarship
Ohio residents who have been accepted into this STEM program are eligible for the Choose Ohio First scholarship — a four-year, renewable scholarship.
Honors College
The Jesup Scott Honors College at The University of Toledo offer our best and brightest the resources and opportunities needed to unlock your fullest potential. Whether you aspire following graduation to cure disease, innovate technology, advance statecraft, redefine markets, or express creatively, together we can fuel vibrant and promising tomorrows.
Honors students come from a variety of countries, backgrounds and cultures. While we may bond over a tough class, our differences make us blossom.
Benefits of Honors
The Honors College is a community of academically gifted students from all majors on campus. Students take unique Honors classes taught by dedicated Honors faculty and complete an Honors thesis or capstone project in their major, earning the Honors medallion at graduation within their normal program of study. Honors students are challenged to think more deeply and broadly about what they learn. With special academic, cultural, and professional development opportunities, their education extends beyond the classroom.
Honors students can also choose exclusive housing in the Honors Academic Village or President's Hall.
Explore more about what the Honors College can offer you as a budding professional, inquisitive scholar, and engaged person.
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