Students majoring in art must complete 42 credits of course work in art, 52 credits of liberal arts core requirements and a 15-credit minor concentration. Each of the separate concentrations has groups of required courses in its areas of specialization. Guidance by the students’ individual advisers is essential in guiding them through each specialization.
The required courses in art are designed to provide students interested in the visual arts with a strong foundation program of 24 credits in drawing, design, color and art history. Additionally, in the senior year, a 6-credit senior project and seminar are required for the degree.
The remaining 15 credits (for a total of 42) may be taken in a variety of art electives, as well as required courses for the concentrations in arts management, computer art and design, graphic art and design, and painting and/or drawing.
Computer Art and Design Concentration
The computer art and design concentration focuses on the interactive world of broadcast, 3D, gaming, and animation. Students learn principles of 3D modeling, animation and interactivity including texture, lighting, and camera action.
Graphic Art and Design Concentration
The graphic art and design concentration exposes students to all aspects of graphic design and data visualization with outputs to print, web and smart devices.
September 2025
Maxwell Becton College of Arts and Sciences
1000 River Road,
TEANECK,
New Jersey,
07666, United States
High school transcripts, or equivalent, are required for admission and will be used to evaluate admission.
English proficiency: TOEFL IBT - 70; IELTS - 6.0; ITEP - 3.7, Pearson’s PTE-A – 53.
Application Deadlines: Fall (August) Semester: July 1, Spring (January) Semester: December 1, Summer semester (limited programs): May 1.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.