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Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant , Michigan ,United States

Bachelor of Applied Arts (B.A.A.) in Studio Art

Build the real-world skills and perspective you need to thrive in the visual arts. The studio art courses focus on the hands-on understanding of fine art principles and cultivate creative solutions with various methods, materials, and technology that fire up your imagination.

Program Highlights

As a studio art student here, you can:

  • Customize your education with courses like Gender and Art, Modern Architecture, Art of the Ancient Near East and Egypt, or Special Topics courses that focus on distinct methods or concepts in art.
  • Learn in state-of-the-art facilities, including a letterpress shop, designated print lab, two animation labs (digital & traditional animation), a metal shop and foundry, digital fabrication studios (laser cutter/plasma cutter/3D printers), versatile printmaking studio, and two professional lighting studios for photography.
  • Apply for scholarships designed specifically for art students.
  • Join a community of artists in student organizations such as the Ceramics Club, Printmaking Club, and Photography Club.?
  • Spend the summer honing your drawing skills in Florence, Italy.
  • Earn a scholarship to attend a workshop at the Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts.
  • Travel to national conferences for professional visual artists.
  • Exhibit your work at the Central Michigan University Art Gallery.

Intakes

  • Aug
  • May

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

Central Michigan University (CMU) demonstrates strong job opportunity potential for its graduates, with a high career outcomes rate and a good placement culture. The university has a 94% placement rate, meaning a significant portion of graduates are either employed, continuing their education, or participating in military or other service. CMU also offers various student employment opportunities on campus and encourages networking with professionals in their field. 
Here's a more detailed look at CMU's job opportunity potential:
High Career Outcomes Rate:

CMU reports a 94.9% career outcomes rate for recent graduates, which includes employment, continuing education, and military/other service. This indicates a strong track record of helping students transition into their careers. 
Placement Culture:
CMU has a good placement culture, with a high percentage of graduates finding employment shortly after graduation. 
Student Employment Opportunities:
The university offers various student employment opportunities, including Work-Study and General Student Assistance positions, providing students with valuable on-campus work experience. 
Networking and Career Services:
CMU actively supports students in their job search, offering career services, networking events, and resources to help them find suitable employment. 
Top Industries and Recruiters:
Many CMU graduates find jobs in technology, financial services, consulting, and biotechnology, with top recruiters including Google, Meta, Microsoft, Facebook, and Amazon. 
Student Employment Support:
Central Michigan University's Student Employment Services connects students with on-campus job postings, determines Work-Study eligibility, and provides guidance on paperwork. 
International Student Opportunities:
International students can apply for GSA (General Student Assistance) positions on campus, even if they are not eligible for Work-Study. 
Off-Campus Job Postings:
CMU also provides a list of off-campus job postings for students to explore. 

PSW Opportunity

Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).

Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.

Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).

STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

TOEFL: 550 PBT/79 IBT for regular admission. School Code 1106
IELTS: 6.5 for regular admission. 
Pearson Test of English (PTE): 53 for regular admission.
Duolingo: 100 for regular admissions.
Michigan English Test (MET): A score of 52 is required for regular admission.
International Baccalaureate (IB): A grade of 5 in English at the Higher Level is required for regular admission.
Advanced Placement (AP): A score of 4 on the English Language or English Literature Exams.
General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) or General Certificate of Education (GSE): A score of A or B on the English Language Exam.
SAT: Evidence-based Reading and Writing (EBRW) score of 520.
ACT: English score of 21.
ELS Language Center Program: Completion of Level 112 for regular admission.

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