Academic Departments
Art
The life of an artist offers rewards unlike those of any other profession.  York College approaches art as a profession, and the study of art here prepares our graduates to pursue successful careers as working artists in a wide range of fields.

The Division of Art offers a baccalaureate program in Fine Art and another in Graphic Design. These majors prepare the student to enter a variety of professional careers in the visual arts or graduate study. An Associate Degree in Fine Art is also offered and academic minors are available in Art History, Fine Art, Photography, and Visual Communication. A course in Art Education is offered as a cognate area of study to students completing the Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education

Fine Art

Prepare for professional art careers such as illustrator, teacher, art director, art critic, studio or commercial photographer, or independent artist. You'll grow personally as an artist through a program that emphasizes technical processes, visual expression, artistic professionalism, verbal communication, and original and creative thought.

Graphic Design

Exciting careers in publishing, advertising, corporate communications and multimedia await the professional graphic designer. This program teaches you to produce innovative and creative solutions to visual communication challenges, while exploring personal expression and content.

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