Ceramic Arts Degree

The exciting field of Ceramic Arts and Ceramics is an arena of study within the visual arts made from ceramic materials. Ceramic materials in this medium of visual arts can include clay, tile, art ware, figurines, and tableware. Some pieces of ceramic art may be considered works of art while others are defined as decorative pieces, industrial art, or applied art objects. Get more details below including other Massachusetts colleges that offer ceramic arts degrees.

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University of Massachusetts – Dartmouth

Also known as UMass Dartmouth

1 Armory Sq, Springfield, MA

UMass Dartmouth is a public school that has many degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, in a predominantly suburban area. Approximately 9,400 students are enrolled per year at UMass Dartmouth.

Students may select from several areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Education
• English Language And Literature
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 20 to 25 on the ACT or 1390 to 1710 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for getting accepted. This school has an admissions rate of around 71 percent of which only 26 percent decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs approximately $12,000 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $24,000 for the year. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs about $7,200 annually. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at UMass Dartmouth through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate athletics. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students Enrolled in the Ceramic Arts Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. UMass Dartmouth has offered the following programs for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

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Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

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.

Craft Artists

Description

Create or reproduce hand-made objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, craft artists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 0.6% from 2014 to 2024

Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators

Description

Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, fine artists, including painters, sculptors, and illustrators employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.1% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).