Art Education (MSEd)

Admission Requirements:

1. Completed Graduate Studies Application
2. $36.00 (non-refundable) application fee
3. Two letters of Recommendation
4. Official undergraduate transcript showing your degree awarded
   • 2.75 GPA from an accredited institution

Program Overview:

Northern State University’s M.S.Ed. in Art Education is designed for K-12 art and museum educators seeking to deepen their pedagogical expertise, enhance their creative practice, and lead change in diverse classroom environments. The program blends contemporary art education theory with studio-based research, emphasizing current trends, accessibility, community engagement, and creative expression. It is primarily online, with the exception of one on-campus summer residency, which follows the Summer A schedule and typically takes place in June. This program does not lead to teacher certification.

Student Learning Outcomes:

• Develop knowledge of the history of Art Education, current trends and topics.
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of K-12 curriculum design for art and/or design instruction.
• Develop competence with application of art research methods.
• Explain the visual arts’ impact upon cultural and community values.
• Establish active engagement with personal creative practice.
• Analyze art history, including contemporary trends and theory.
• Demonstrate understanding and competency with digital technologies for art education.