Explore why CSU's Art Department is the perfect place to Create You.
Art transcends languages, borders, and time. It has the power to inspire reflection or incite action. At Columbus State University, we encourage intense artistic exploration and experimentation. Here, you can study graphic design, studio art, animation, art history, or art education.
Located in historic and vibrant Columbus, Georgia, and just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus State is the ideal place to discover your passion and focus your creative mind. With world-class facilities at our historic RiverPark campus, our students have room to create.
Reshape the world around you
At Columbus State University, our department of Art offers rigorous programs of study that guide students toward becoming creative professionals in their field in Studio Art, Art Education, Graphic Design, Animation, or Art History.
Studio Art students choose a focus in Book Arts and Printmaking, Ceramics, Narrative Illustration, Painting & Drawing, Photography, Sculpture & Expanded Media, Animation, or Graphic Design.
Visiting artists and scholars are regularly in residence and lead workshops or teach courses in topics related to their artistic and scholarly work. Everything offered in the department – a rich selection of courses, exhibitions, in-depth critiques, workshops and lectures – is orchestrated to expose our gifted students to an incredibly rich array of different perspectives and creates an intense environment designed to foster future, successful careers for our graduates.
The Department has earned full professional accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Create your success story.
A Degree Path Perfect For You
My experience with the Department of Art at CSU has been no less than amazing. While studying here, I have gained more knowledge, encouragement, and opportunities than imaginable. I have grown closer to my peers, my professors, and my love of art since being a part of this department.
Real Instruction
You'll be supported in small classes that meet you where you are and find new ways to bring out your best. Quite simply, you’ll have more time to ask questions and learn from your professors.
Accredited Program
CSU's art department has earned full professional accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.
Admission Information
SAT and ACT scores are not required for undergraduate applicants for Spring, Summer or Fall 2021. GRE and GMAT scores are not required for most graduate applicants for Spring, Summer and Fall 2021.