Elevate your academic journey with a Visual Arts minor at UIS! Dive into the world of creativity and self-expression, enhancing your skillset and exploring the rich tapestry of artistry.
Unlock Your Potential:
- The Visual Arts minor at UIS is your passport to a world of creativity and self-discovery.
- Enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving and communication skills through artistic expression.
- Immerse yourself in various art forms, from painting and sculpture to digital media and photography.
Ignite Your Passion:
Whether you're pursuing a major in another field or simply have a love for art, our Visual Arts minor will deepen your appreciation and understanding of the creative world.
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Review admission requirements
No specific admission requirements are listed at this time. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information.
International students, will you need an F-1 student visa to study on campus at UIS? Please review the International Applicants site for additional information.
Complete your application
An email address is required to create an account. To submit a paper application, visit the Resources & Forms page. Find more information about what type of student you are on the Student Types page. Applying for an online program is the same procedure as applying for an on-campus program.
Send your official transcripts
Email your official or certified academic records/transcripts to incomingtranscripts@uis.edu or through any of the major transcript platforms. Photocopies will not be accepted.
Submit required statements/writing sample
If you are a first-year student, a statement of 250-650 words is required for admission. We want to hear about your professional aspirations, intellectual interests, and personal experiences relevant to your choice of a specific academic program. You can upload the required documents on your application status page.
Pay your application fee
You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.
Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;
International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.
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Courses & Catalog Information
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Career Outlook & Potential Earnings
Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.
Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do
Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Median Annual Wage
$78,620
Wage Range
$47,570 – $163,350
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Doctoral degree, Bachelor’s degree
Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators
Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.
Median Annual Wage
$55,490
Wage Range
$31,630 – $144,210
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Some college, no degree, Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education
Teach one or more subjects to students at the middle, intermediate, or junior high school level.
Median Annual Wage
$64,370
Wage Range
$48,080 – $102,540
Projected Growth
Below Average
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Less than high school diploma
Athletes and Sports Competitors
Bright OutlookCompete in athletic events.
Median Annual Wage
$66,710
Wage Range
$26,500 – $742,310
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Less than high school diploma, Bachelor’s degree, High school diploma or equivalent
Artists and Related Workers, All Other
All artists and related workers not listed separately.
Art Therapists
Bright OutlookPlan or conduct art therapy sessions or programs to improve clients' physical, cognitive, or emotional well-being.
Median Annual Wage
$77,930
Wage Range
$46,540 – $152,530
Projected Growth
Bright
Top Skills:
Typical Education:
Master’s degree, Post-master’s certificate, Post-doctoral training
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