Dear Prospective Art
Student:
Thank you for
inquiring about the art program at James Madison University. The University has special admission
requirements for those interested in studying the arts. Please examine these requirements and
Art majors may
select courses from art history or one of many studio areas as indicated
below. They may elect to pursue
the Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Art degree. Individual areas of interest in the BFA
degree are graphic design, interior design or general fine arts. All of our programs are accredited by
either the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) or the
Foundation for Interior Design Educational Research (FIDER).
JMU art faculty are
true master teachers who collectively represent an exciting mix of emerging and
established national and international reputations. Art faculty members are dedicated to outstanding
undergraduate teaching and are very active in their respective fields.
The Office of
Financial Aid coordinates scholarships, grants, student employment, and
loans. Freshman scholarships of up
to the full cost of tuition are awarded for outstanding portfolios chosen by
faculty at the Portfolio Review Days.
In addition, awards are given each year to students recognized for high
achievement and to those selected by the juror of the annual student
exhibition.
If you are
interested in attending JMU during the next school year, request an information
booklet from the Admissions Office or visit the JMU website at www.jmu.edu. The
undergraduate application is available on-line or you may request a paper copy
through the Admissions Office.
James Madison University is a popular school and admission is
selective. The application
deadline is November 1, 2011 for "Early Decision" and January 15,
2012 for "Regular Decision".
Transfer students should check with the JMU Admissions Office for
application deadlines. Transfer
students should also be aware that there is a separate application/portfolio
review process for them through the School of Art, Design & Art History. Please contact the art office for that
application form and information.
If you would like
more specific information about JMU's art programs, please log onto the School
of Art, Design and Art History's website at www.jmu.edu/art/ or call 540-568-6216 or 540-568-6661.
Sincerely,
William Wightman
Director
Enc.
WHW:mmk