Art Education (BA)
Earn Your Degree in Art Education
Educating the Future of Art
The Art Education Program at Seton Hill University combines a strong liberal arts education with advanced art teacher preparation, making its graduates exceptionally well prepared to teach and ready to succeed both personally and professionally. While earning your degree, you will also fulfill the educational requirements for Pre-K - 12 teacher certification in Pennsylvania.
Seton Hill University’s Art & Design Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), the national accrediting agency for art/design related disciplines. This accreditation reflects Seton Hill’s commitment to academic and creative excellence in the visual arts
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I chose Seton Hill because of the close-knit community, the high job placement, and the amazing art facility.
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Why Chose the Art Education Program at Seton Hill University?
At Seton Hill, you will receive valuable teaching and artistic experience that will prepare you to teach art in grades Pre K - 12. Our degree/certification preparation program will move you forward into your role as a future educator, as you:
- Earn a teaching certification.
- Receive excellent studio instruction, comprehensive art history instruction and exposure to studies in criticism and aesthetics.
- Enjoy state-of-the-art facilities in our Arts Center.
- Have opportunities to work with children in Seton Hill's Child Development Center.
- Complete a 14-week student teaching program, during which you will plan and employ lesson designs under the guidance of a cooperating teacher at a school in a local area school district (with stipend available from the new Pennsylvania Student Teacher Support Program).
- Experience all of the benefits of our Apple Distinguished School, including a MacBook Air laptop for full-time freshmen.
Your Career in Art Education
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects the job outlook for teachers to grow steadily through 2026. The award-winning Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) at Seton Hill will work with you, your professors and local, regional and national employers to provide you with the career preparation skills and placement services you need - as a student and after you graduate.
Faculty Who are Artists & Educators
As a student in Seton Hill University's Art Education Program, you will work with experienced faculty members who have a wide variety of experiences and skills in both the arts and education fields.
Portfolio Required Beginning in 2027
In addition to the University’s requirements for admission, applicants for fall 2027 and beyond will be required to submit a portfolio for review. Get details here.
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Faculty
Kathleen Harris
Dean of School of Education and Applied Social Sciences, Professor of Education
Pati Beachley
Professor of Art and Chair of Art & Design Dept.
Kara Ratai
Director of FIeld Placement and Assistant Professor of Education
Mary Kay Neff
Associate Professor of Art, Graphic Design
Brian Ferrell
Associate Professor of Art
Daniel Casebeer
Director of Critical & Cultural Literacy, Associate Professor of Education
Melissa Tamburrino
Associate Professor of Education
Chad Sherman
Associate Professor of Art/Graphic Design
Josias Figueirido
Assistant Professor of Art
