School of Art and Design
Undergraduate Art Programs
We offer a wide range of programs in the arts to fuel your creativity and your learning. See what best suits you!
Graduate Degrees
If continuing your education in the arts is your dream. Start earning your certificate, masters or doctorate today.
Transfer to NIU
The School of Art and Design is the preferred choice for transfers in Illinois.
Contact Us
School of Art and DesignJack Arends Building, room 216
815-753-1473
815-753-7701 (fax)
artanddesigninfo@niu.edu
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Incoming students can schedule a time to meet with School of Art and Design's recruitment coordinator using the button below.
Sign up for an in-person tour of the NIU Art Building
Need help? There are number of support services available to Art and Design students.
Visit the CVPA Student Assistance Resource page.
The NIU School of Art and Design is one of the best values for professional careers in art and design.
- Our Faculty of artists, designers and scholars are nationally and internationally renowned.
- A network of 10,000 NIU Art and Design alumni connecting our graduates to careers in art and design
- Fully-accredited world-class education:
- Institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) since 1969
- North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
The deadline to apply for a continuing student art scholarship is March 22, 2023. Learn about scholarship requirements and how to apply (PDF).
