Department of Art & Design

Here, you will blend the cultural, spiritual, intellectual, and aesthetic aspects of your life while developing into a true artist.

Department of Art and Design

"Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." - Pablo Picasso

There is no single definition of art: it can be found in sculptures, photographs, paintings, and drawings, to name a few. Whatever you're passionate about - whether it's illustrating children's books or designing for Mattel - we  want you to pursue your art! With a major in art or graphic design, you can get the education that will prepare you for wherever you want to go!

We'll help you develop your technical experience, critical thinking skills, and historical knowledge of art. You'll be exposed to a broad range of art including traditional, nontraditional, western, and nonwestern art.

Keller Gallery, with its inspiring ocean view, is constantly exhibiting dynamic exhibits from students, faculty, and community artists. Get inspired in San Diego by local museums, galleries, and collections, or get away by studying and creating art in Europe! Our study abroad program, Euroterm, stops in London, Venice, Florence, Rome, Paris, and Vienna or Berlin.