Department of Art -Careers in Art

Careers in Art

As the demand for persons with creative abilities continues to grow, we believe our program provides you with the intellectual tools and skills necessary to discover significant careers. While the choice of career is dependent upon many variables, we are extremely enthusiastic about the wide range of possibilities which the BA and the BFA degree make available to our graduates.

Many Saint Mary’s alumnae pursue graduate degrees or additional training. Some graduates become professional artists working and exhibiting independently. Others become teachers in grade schools, high schools or universities. Some are arts administrators, museum curators, art restorers, and art therapists.

Still others apply their talents in the commercial sector becoming interior designers, fashion designers, illustrators, graphic designers, media advisors, editors and book designers, medical illustrators, auction specialists, or furniture designers.

Students have access to, and are encouraged to use, the many resources of the Career Development Center located in Le Mans Hall. Art majors are advised to open a placement file with this office before graduation.

For more information, go to the Counseling & Career Development Center website.