Art therapy uses visual and symbolic expression to circumvent the limitations of language, giving voice to experiences and providing opportunities to understand complex situations, illuminate new questions and create alternative and innovative solutions to problems. Grounded in the healing potential of making, viewing and engaging with art, the art therapy program prepares students to employ art-based approaches to counseling when working with diverse populations in a range of clinical and community-based settings.Our 60-credit master of science (M.S.) in art therapy is a hybrid program that engages students in an integrated approach to learning that includes two on-campus residencies and participation in a dynamic online learning environment.
Bachelors degree in art, art education, psychology or related field from an accredited institution in the United States or have the equivalent academic preparation from an institution outside of the United States.
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Candidates with prior graduate study must demonstrate a minimum graduate GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Completed prerequisite coursework in art and psychology including:
Studio arts (minimum of 18 semester-hour credits or 27 quarter-hour credits): Includes courses such as design, drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, 3-D design or other electives in studio art.
Psychology (minimum of 6 semester-hour credits or 9 quarter-hour credits): Must include general psychology and abnormal psychology.
Three letters of recommendation
Academic transcript. Unofficial transcript uploaded to the online application. If you are admitted, an official, degree-bearing transcript must be mailed to the University. Applicants must complete a U.S. bachelors degree (or its equivalent in another country) before starting a graduate program.
Personal statement/essay
