Graduate Pathway in Studio Arts
An INTO Illinois State University Graduate Pathway program in Studio Arts will prepare you to enter your next semester of a master’s degree program at Illinois State University.
Upon successful completion of the Pathway program and meeting university requirements for graduate admission, you may enter your next semester of study at Illinois State University. This transition from an INTO program to a university degree program is called progression.
Want to customize your studies to suit you? We’d love to see you on campus, but if you are unable to travel, our flexible learning options allow you to start your degree right away, wherever you are, on-campus or online.
No matter where and how you study, we guarantee the same high-quality programs and faculty and the same outcomes.
When you’re able to join us in person, we’ll make the transition to on-campus learning as smooth as possible, supporting you every step of the way. And with our partner universities carefully following COVID-19 regulations, we’ll always put your health and wellbeing first, so you can focus on what matters – your future.
Course features
- Develop your knowledge and skills through active learning in your chosen subject area.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the US with a strong focus on study and research skills.
- Improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject.
- Students have the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills through internships after completing course work.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 53, Password 7, Duolingo 105, or TOEFL Essentials 8.5. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.3 GPA out of 4.0. Statement addressing ideas central to your current work and intentions for graduate study, as well as your studio discipline; 5-page sample of your academic writing; Image list of artworks in your digital portfolio (PDF file). For each artwork in your digital portfolio, include the following information in a list: file name corresponding to your digital portfolio(s), title, medium, size and date. Thumbnail images of the artworks are helpful but not required. Upload a digital portfolio of 15-20 images. Visit https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/art/#tabs-accord-horz3 for more information. |
We want to make sure you have the opportunity to reach your educational goals by providing you with opportunities for financial support. We have scholarships available for directly admitted students that can be applied to your tuition.
Tuition and Funding:
For estimated tuition and funding details, please visit our costs page.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 August 2023 | 15 December 2023 |
1 Semester
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* |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
12-15 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
3.0 GPA
No grade below B
No I or W grades
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password 6, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Duolingo 95, or TOEFL Essentials 7. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.3 GPA out of 4.0. Statement addressing ideas central to your current work and intentions for graduate study, as well as your studio discipline; 5-page sample of your academic writing; Image list of artworks in your digital portfolio (PDF file). For each artwork in your digital portfolio, include the following information in a list: file name corresponding to your digital portfolio(s), title, medium, size and date. Thumbnail images of the artworks are helpful but not required. Upload a digital portfolio of 15-20 images. Visit https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/art/#tabs-accord-horz3 for more information. |
We want to make sure you have the opportunity to reach your educational goals by providing you with opportunities for financial support. We have scholarships available for directly admitted students that can be applied to your tuition.
Tuition and Funding:
For estimated tuition and funding details, please visit our costs page.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 August 2023 | 10 May 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
12-15 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
3.0 GPA
No grade below B
No I or W grades
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 79, IELTS 6.5, PTEA 53, Password 7, Duolingo 105, or TOEFL Essentials 8.5. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.3 GPA out of 4.0. Statement addressing ideas central to your current work and intentions for graduate study, as well as your studio discipline; 5-page sample of your academic writing; Image list of artworks in your digital portfolio (PDF file). For each artwork in your digital portfolio, include the following information in a list: file name corresponding to your digital portfolio(s), title, medium, size and date. Thumbnail images of the artworks are helpful but not required. Upload a digital portfolio of 15-20 images. Visit https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/art/#tabs-accord-horz3 for more information. |
We want to make sure you have the opportunity to reach your educational goals by providing you with opportunities for financial support. We have scholarships available for directly admitted students that can be applied to your tuition.
Tuition and Funding:
For estimated tuition and funding details, please visit our costs page.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 August 2023 | 15 December 2023 |
1 Semester
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
12-15 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
3.0 GPA
No grade below B
No I or W grades
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
TOEFL 65, IELTS 5.5, PTEA 44, Password 6, Completion of Academic English Level 4, Duolingo 95, or TOEFL Essentials 7. |
| Age requirements: | 17 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 2.3 GPA out of 4.0. Statement addressing ideas central to your current work and intentions for graduate study, as well as your studio discipline; 5-page sample of your academic writing; Image list of artworks in your digital portfolio (PDF file). For each artwork in your digital portfolio, include the following information in a list: file name corresponding to your digital portfolio(s), title, medium, size and date. Thumbnail images of the artworks are helpful but not required. Upload a digital portfolio of 15-20 images. Visit https://finearts.illinoisstate.edu/art/#tabs-accord-horz3 for more information. |
We want to make sure you have the opportunity to reach your educational goals by providing you with opportunities for financial support. We have scholarships available for directly admitted students that can be applied to your tuition.
Tuition and Funding:
For estimated tuition and funding details, please visit our costs page.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Tuition |
| 14 August 2023 | 10 May 2024 |
2 Semesters
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
12-15 hours per week |
What do I need to progress?
3.0 GPA
No grade below B
No I or W grades