Tons of creative, exciting careers exist in art and design, and Eastern Kentucky University is one of the best places to start one. Creative, expressive communicators with a keen eye for detail and an out-of-the-box approach will thrive in this program. You’ll be taught by nationally and internationally recognized faculty and get valuable, hands-on creative experience. Check out all your options below.
Degree Concentrations
| B.F.A., Art/Design Studio | B.S., Art/Design Studio | Minors | Master’s |
| Teacher Education | Studio Arts | Art History | Master of Arts in Secondary Education, Art Concentration |
| Graphic Design | Studio Arts | Master of Arts in Teaching, Art Concentration | |
| Studio Arts (Emphasis in Ceramics, Metals, Photo, Printmaking) |
Career
Job Opportunities for Graduates
- Creative director
- Graphic designer
- Art educator
- Illustrator
- Studio artist
- Multimedia artist / designer
- Animator
- Art critic
- Art appraiser
- Photographer
- Art historian
- Web designer
- Printmaker
- Jewelry designer
- Ceramicist
- Game artist / designer
- UX designer
Where are Recent Graduates Employed?
- Oculus Studios
- Tiffany & Co.
- YouTube
- Bullhorn Creative
- Zipie
- Keeneland
- SocialFly
- Lexmark
- Big Echo Creative
Career Outlook
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Scholarship Opportunities
Students in the EKU Art and Design program are eligible to apply for the following scholarships:
- Jennifer E. Antoniou Endowed Art Memorial Fund
- Aymara Castillo Art-Service Award
- Christina Thurman-Lynn Memorial Art Scholarship
- Creighton Endowed Art Scholarship Fund
- The Daniel Richard Deane, Jr. Art Education Endowed Scholarship
- Louise G. Erekson Scholarship in Art Fund
- House of Onyx Fund for Excellence in Jewelry & Metals
For more information, visit EKU School of Art and Design Scholarships
Contact:
The Department of Art and Design at Eastern Kentucky University
ida.kumoji@eku.edu
859-622-1629