International students can study the Art Education at The Ohio State University on the Columbus campus in United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the Columbus campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 24, 2027.

About Bachelor of Art Education

Become a licensed art educator in Ohio for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade with the successful completion of this program and passage of the Ohio Educator Assessment Tests.

Art Education

Campus: Columbus

College: Arts and Sciences

The art education program offered by the Department of Arts Administration, Education and Policy prepares students to become art educators in pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Successful completion of the program and passage of the Ohio Educator Assessment Tests secures licensure for teaching art in Ohio.

Get started

Admission to this program is competitive. Students interested in art education begin in either an arts-related BA or BFA track and apply to the art education program in the spring of their sophomore year.

In order to apply and be eligible for a portfolio review, students must complete the following courses and meet GPA requirements:

Introduction to Art Education (earn a B or better)
Digital Artmaking (earn a B or better)
First Year English Composition (earn a C or better)
3.0 minimum GPA for licensure program
2.5 minimum GPA for informal option

Learn more about the portfolio admissions process at artsandsciences.osu.edu/academics/programs/art-education.

Curriculum

Freshman Year
Art Foundations/Studio
Introduction to Art Education

Sophomore Year
Art Studio
Art education course

Junior Year
Art Studio
Education course
Art education courses

Senior Year
Art Education course
Education course
Practicum
Teaching Seminar

(Students pursuing the non-licensure option do an internship instead of student teaching and the teaching seminar.)

Student organizations

Art education students may enjoy joining the Visual & Performing Arts Learning Community. This learning community is for artists or anyone who wishes to express creative ideas. Students will have an opportunity to literally "leave their mark" on their Residence Hall Community through wall murals, t-shirts, and logo designs and programming that caters to their artistic needs. The community is for students passionate about one or more dimensions of the arts (music, theater, art, design and dance) and engaging with them in a community setting.

Possible careers

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure and certification and state licensing board contact information at go.osu.edu/onground.

All graduates receive a Bachelor of Art Education, but licensure is awarded through the successful passage of art content and edTPA assessment testing.

The BAE degree with licensure prepares students to be traditional public school art educators in grades pre-K through 12. Some students have also pursued careers in general education, museum education and curating.

The BAE Informal option prepares students for careers in art education in museums, community-based settings or non-traditional school sites.

Program objectives

The following four categories, their descriptions and the related outcomes are used to assess the students in the art education licensure programs (across the BAE with Licensure), from entrance to completion.

Socio-cultural Context and Community:

The context of social, cultural, economic and political realities as related to self, community and world.
The relationship between cultural diversity and student learning, including how cultural diversity can afford particular opportunities for the exploration of multiple perspectives.
Teaching and learning are affected by access to the development and exchange of new media and electronic information.
Teaching and learning is multi-modal, a life-long process, and occurs both inside and outside the context of schools.

Related Outcomes
The art teacher candidate will (1) Develop an understanding of the relationship between socio-cultural diversity and student learning, including aspects of identity such as ability, age, class, gender, race and sexuality, (2) Demonstrate a global understanding of visual culture as reflected in diverse traditions, contemporary art and visual culture, and (3) Recognize the ways in which learning occurs in multiple communities and individual and traditional school settings.

Knowledge and Experience:

Theoretical and practical knowledge related to communications, literature, mathematics, science, history, philosophy and social sciences from transcultural perspectives.
Content knowledge, including perspectives on social theory, new media and information technology, art theory, art history, visual culture, art production and art education that support democratic learning and critical practices.
Methods, resources, technology and materials for designing and implementing instruction based on pedagogical content knowledge, student needs and curricular goals.
Multiple forms of assessment, such as group critique, student self-evaluation and rubrics, and teacher candidate self-evaluation to support active learning.

Related Outcomes
The art teacher candidate will (1) Utilize curricular theories in developing art education content and instruction, (2) Employ ways of knowing derived from art criticism, artmaking, contextual methodologies, philosophical questioning and socio-cultural perspectives, (3) Utilize constructivist theory and employ democratic approaches to teaching and learning, and (4) Approach technology as both a tool and as a discourse that embodies emergent ways of conceptualizing contemporary culture.

Critical Thought and Reflection:

Strong foundation in theoretical and conceptual frameworks that integrate research, reflection, technology and practice.
The importance of teacher as researcher. Critical questioning of teacher thinking.
Multiple frames of reference to help conceptualize his/her own positionality in relationship to students, schools, communities and the professional field.
Creates strategies and solutions in relation to critical thought and reflection.

Related Outcomes
The art teacher candidate will (1) Value the diversity of perspectives through the development of abilities to critically engage oneâ€™s thinking, and (2) Utilize research as a way through which to employ self-reflexivity in pedagogical contexts.

Practice and Evaluation:

Instructional strategies including new media and information
technology encourage studentsâ€™ development of critical thinking, problem solving and performance skills.
Effective communication skills with parents, students, colleagues and the public in general.
Adjustments to instruction when appropriate.
Collecting and analyzing data to improve teaching and learning.

Related Outcomes
The art teacher candidate will (1) Use a variety of instructional strategies and contemporary curricular approaches including technology to encourage studentsâ€™ development as critical thinkers, and (2) Recognize the ways in which teaching practices vary in different school and community settings.

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Art Education at The Ohio State University

Entry Requirements

Criteria of our holistic review, in no particular order.

Successful completion of university preparatory courses
High school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA
Standardized test score (ACT or SAT); Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for ACT or SAT scores
Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.
Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community
Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement (e.g., co-curricular activities, work experiences or military service)
Status as a first-generation university student
Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area
High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors
Eligibility for and likelihood of benefiting from organized support services at Ohio State

Enrollment in your intended major

Once it is determined that you are admissible, you will be considered for enrollment in the college of your intended major. Read about

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

English Program Requirements

we require evidence of English language proficiency, unless you have completed three full years of school at a U.S. regionally accredited high school or if you are a citizen of, or have received a bachelor’s degree from, Australia, Belize, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Scotland, the United States or Wales.

Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Art Education at The Ohio State University

How to Apply for Bachelor of Art Education at The Ohio State University

How do I submit scores?

Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.

Tips for sending scores to Ohio State

Scores must come directly from the testing agency. When you register for the ACT or SAT, indicate that you want your scores sent to Ohio State.
If you already took the test but didn't send your scores to Ohio State, you can order them for a fee. Order in advance to be sure scores reach us by the application deadline.
We must receive standardized test scores by your application deadline (either November 1 or February 1 for autumn semester applicants).
October 2 (SAT) and October 23 (ACT) are your last 2021 test dates if you want your scores to be considered for our November 1 early action deadline. Important! If you plan to test on those dates, you must request that Ohio State receive scores when you register for the test. And please note: If you choose to have your scores considered, you won’t be able to review scores from these dates prior to submitting your application by the November 1 deadline.
Applicants who will have been out of high school for two or more years by their term of enrollment are not required to submit scores.

Is the essay required?

The essay is not required for either the ACT or SAT.

Should I take a standardized test more than once?

Ohio State looks at the highest composite score from a single test date. Taking the test (and having scores sent to us) more than once, while not required, may work to your advantage.

How does Ohio State look at scores?

When considering students for admission or Honors and Scholars selection, we consider the best official composite / combined score from a single test administration. Ohio State does not mix sub-scores from multiple tests.

These items plus the Common Application (STEP 3) make up a complete application. We must receive all items by the deadline to consider your application on time.

Official transcripts

High school transcripts

Request that your high school or secondary school send transcripts / documents / official copies of examination certificates for coursework from the final four years (grades 9-12) to Ohio State.

How to send your transcripts to Ohio State:

Your high school counselor can upload the transcripts / documents / official copies of examination certificates using Common App, Naviance or other secure electronic delivery service.
Your high school counselor can email the transcripts to [email protected].
If electronic submission is not possible, please mail your official transcripts to our express mail address.
Faxed transcripts will not be accepted.

Foreign language documents must be translated into English by the issuing institution, an authorized translator or a teacher of the language. Any additional requirements will be posted to your Applicant Center, so be sure to check your application status regularly after you've applied.

Official ACT or SAT scores

Ohio State has adopted a TEST-OPTIONAL policy for 2022 applicants. Learn more.

How do I submit my scores?

We must receive your official ACT or SAT score sent electronically directly from the testing agency. Scores from transcripts will not be considered. Read more about score requirements in STEP 1.

Optional: Recommendation from a teacher or counselor

While not required, your counselor may send a maximum of two letters of recommendation electronically through the Common Application.

If an electronic option isn’t available, your counselor may email your letter(s) to [email protected]; the letter must include your first and last name and OSU ID number, found on the email we send acknowledging receipt of your application. Letters sent via email are subject to sender verification.

Official proof of English language skills

You must request that your testing agency send official scores electronically to Ohio State demonstrating the English proficiency level outlined below:

TOEFL (internet-based test or internet-based test Home Edition*): 79 or higher
IELTS or IELTS Indicator*: 6.5 or higher
ACT: 21 or higher on the English section
SAT: 27 or higher on the Reading Test
Duolingo*: 105 or higher

You are exempt from this requirement if you have completed three full years of school at a U.S. regionally accredited high school or if you are a citizen of, or have received a bachelor’s degree from, Australia, Belize, British Caribbean, British West Indies, Canada (except Quebec), England, Guyana, Ireland, Liberia, New Zealand, Scotland, the United States or Wales.

Ohio State has an intensive English program for students who wish to improve their language skills called the American Language Program. A separate application is required for this program. Ohio State does not offer conditional admission to students who enroll in the American Language Program.

*To accommodate applicants affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, The Ohio State University will accept Duolingo, the IELTS Indicator and the TOEFL internet-based test Home Edition from any international student applying for spring 2022 or autumn 2022 admission. All Duolingo test takers are required to take an English placement exam upon arrival to campus. TOEFL Home Edition and IELTS Indicator test takers are required to take an English placement exam upon arrival unless they qualify for a TOEFL or IELTS score exemption.