M.A. in Art and Design

The Master of Arts in Art and Design with a concentration in Art Education is designed for licensed teachers currently teaching nationally or internationally, as well as for individuals pursuing careers in art education that do not require teaching licensure. This concentration emphasizes theory-informed practice and the development of student-centered, innovative teaching strategies, enabling learners of all ages and abilities to think critically and solve problems creatively. It aligns with the National Visual Arts Standards and meets SACS and NASAD accreditation requirements. Teachers in Georgia who complete this degree are eligible for an in-field upgrade through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission. Completion of this program does not guarantee eligibility for teacher licensure in other U.S. states or countries; students are responsible for verifying requirements with the appropriate licensing authorities.

Students in the Museum Studies concentration will explore the diversity and function of museums and their contributions to society on a local, regional, national, and global level. You will acquire familiarity with the practical aspects of the study, exhibition, conservation, storage of artifacts, artworks, documents, and other objects in museums. A central focus of this concentration is the role of museums in research, and their contribution to other disciplines, as well as how museums educate and disseminate information. You may specialize in a particular field of choice. Ultimately, you will learn to expertly communicate topics and issues connected to the world of museums, the arts market, libraries, archives, and non-profits.

• Online Graduate Application - There is a non-refundable $60 application fee.
• Transcripts - Official transcripts from EACH College and/or University you have attended. Must be in a sealed envelope from the institution or sent electronically from the institution directly to ksugrad@kennesaw.edu.
• Grade Point Average (GPA) - Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.75 in any related field including but not limited to: art, design, animation, education, history, art history, classical studies, archeology, or anthropology. Applicants with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
• Letter of Application (Upload into the online application.) - Should be in the form of a narrative which describes your education, relevant experience, and/or professional background, your future goals, a brief description of the topic you may explore in a thesis or project capstone, and how admission into the MA in Art and Design program at Kennesaw State University will help you accomplish these goals. The letter should be specific to the program and should be 2 double-spaced pages in length.
  • Digital Animation:  A statement of creative intent that includes your artistic goals and reasons for applying to the MA. A 1-page description of a possible animation project representing the type of work you hope to produce. Be specific, vivid, and focused.

• Art and/or Writing Sample, relevant to concentration (Upload into the online application).
  • Art Education: 5 pieces of art (any medium or modality) and a 1-page teaching philosophy.
  • Digital Animation: A demo reel of animation or related work (illustration, sequential art, etc.) between thirty and sixty seconds in length. The content of the demo reel can be related to any undergraduate (or graduate-level) academic coursework and/or any professional work.
  • Museum Studies: One 5-10 page writing sample. This may take the form of a class research paper, capstone, thesis, or publication.
• Resume /CV
• Letters of Recommendation (OPTIONAL) concerning your academic and/or professional preparation for the MA in Art and Design program at KSU.
• Additional concentration-specific materials (OPTIONAL) – (i.e. digital media items, samples of artwork, additional writing samples).