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Art Education, BSE
Art Major - Bachelor of Science in Education
Why Choose UCM for Your Bachelor of Science in Education - Art Education?
Inspire generations of students with your passion for the arts by earning your Bachelor of Science in Education in Art Education at the 欧美视频 in Warrensburg. Designed for creative individuals who want to teach art in K鈥�12 schools, this program blends hands-on studio art classes with effective teaching methods for curriculum, classroom management and assessment. You will study with experienced faculty in a tight-knit, welcoming community of artists and educators. Prepare to enter a field with high demand for qualified art teachers in Missouri and across the nation. Take your next step toward a rewarding teaching career today.
UCM鈥檚 Art Education BSE at a Glance
Degree Type: Bachelor of Science in Education | Credit Hours: 120 Hours
Degree Can be Taken: Warrensburg
- 100+ Hours of Real Classroom Experience
- Qualify to teach K鈥�12 art classes
- Ranked as one of the Best Colleges for Art in America and as one of the Best Colleges for Education in America by Niche (2026), and among the Best Education Bachelor's Degree Schools by College Factual (2025)
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What Will You Learn in UCM鈥檚 Art Education BSE?
The Art Education bachelor鈥檚 degree curriculum begins with a strong foundation in technical studio skills and art history. As you progress, you will expand your expertise across various media while mastering strategies to connect with and educate K鈥�12 students. Your course of study includes generous internship placements and field experiences to build real-world classroom confidence.
Your coursework includes studio art and teacher training classes such as:
- Drawing, Photography, Fibers, Ceramics, Sculpture, Painting, Printmaking and Figure Construction
- Methods of Teaching Art I: Media and Curriculum
- Methods of Teaching Art II: Management and Assessment
- Educational Psychology
- Education of the Exceptional Child
- Secondary Teaching and Behavioral Management
Unique Learning Opportunities in UCM's BSE in Art Education
- Extensive field experience: Complete over 100 hours of field experience in local classrooms, preparing you for a full semester of student teaching and leading your own classroom.
- Community engagement: Manage the "Gallery Kids" program in conjunction with UCM's Gallery of Art & Design, designing and delivering art lessons to local school-aged children.
- Student organizations: Connect with peers and build your professional network through groups like the Student Artist Coalition and the Art Education Club.
Fast Facts 欧美视频 UCM鈥檚 Art Education BSE
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- Program tradition: Training art teachers since 1875 backed by over 150 years of institutional teacher training expertise
- Specialized accreditation: Continuously accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) since 1986. UCM's College of Education is accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP).
- Certification preparation: Qualifies graduates to teach K鈥�12 art classes in public and private schools throughout Missouri
- Learning environment: Features small class sizes, student-centered learning and ample studio time
- Top Ranked: Ranked a Best Colleges for Art in America and a Best Colleges for Education in America by Niche (2026), and a Best Education Bachelor's Degree Schools by College Factual (2025)
Financial Aid and Scholarships for UCM's Art Education BSE Students
The 欧美视频 offers high-quality, affordable education supported by scholarships, work-study programs, grants, awards and an optional payment plan. As a UCM student, you鈥檒l have a financial aid advisor as part of your six-person student support team to help you find the best way to finance your college education.
In addition to university-wide aid, Art Education majors may qualify for dedicated program scholarships, including:
- Virginia Anderson Bates Scholarship in Art Education
- Mattie and Mary Louise Hull Scholarship
- Fanita Marie Davis McCubbin Art Education Scholarship
- Kleppe Foundation Art Education Scholarship
Explore these and other program-specific awards using the , or connect directly with your financial aid advisor.
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Career Opportunities and Outcomes for UCM's BSE in Art Education Graduates
Earning your Art Education BSE from UCM qualifies you to teach art at any grade level, from kindergarten through high school, across Missouri and beyond. High demand for qualified art educators allows you to tailor your career path, whether teaching foundational art to elementary students or specialized media to advanced high school courses. UCM graduates have earned honors such as Teacher of the Year and serve in leadership roles within organizations like the Missouri Art Education Association (MAEA) and the National Art Education Association (NAEA).
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The UCM Career and Life Design Center
The UCM Career and Life Design Center is here for undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni from all majors, identities and interests. We are a hub for career exploration and career readiness. We offer resources and support for:
- exploring career options
- life design (explore and build career and life journeys, designing next steps)
- job and internship searching
- document reviews (resumes, cover letters, personal statements, etc.)
- interviews (coaching and mock interviewing)
- Professional Clothing Studio
- preparation for graduate school (application materials, exploring programs)
- and more!
Take your degree further.
To take your career in teaching art even further, return to UCM for an advanced degree:
Make yourself more marketable.
Enhance your job potential by adding a relevant minor to your major in Art Education, such as:
Explore programs related to art education.
If you are drawn to fine arts but not necessarily to becoming a K鈥�12 educator, explore UCM鈥檚 Studio Art programs:
Frequently Asked Questions
You will study studio art techniques across media including drawing, painting, ceramics and sculpture alongside foundational art history. You will also complete professional education courses in educational psychology, exceptional child education, curriculum design, assessment and classroom management for K鈥�12 art settings.
Yes. You will complete over 100 hours of in-person field experience in local classrooms prior to a full semester of student teaching. You will also gain experience managing the "Gallery Kids" program through the UCM Gallery of Art & Design and spend extensive time in studio art courses.
