Leaders in every profession treasure creativity when hiring new employees because creative thinkers find innovative solutions to complex problems. Georgia State University’s newest college, the College of the Arts, is a destination for students who seek a serious arts education at a major research university in a vibrant downtown setting.
The College of the Arts offers top degree programs in art, music, film, theatre and more. The college connects the students with Atlanta’s thriving arts scene and booming film and music industries. Through the college’s partnerships with the city’s cultural organizations, students combine their craft with training in entrepreneurship and the latest digital technologies to ensure dynamic, successful careers.
Established in 2016, the college includes the Ernest G. Welch School of Art & Design; School of Film, Media & Theatre; School of Music; Rialto Center for the Arts and the Office of Educational Outreach.
By The Numbers
- More than 2,700 Students
- Over 200 Faculty and Part-time Instructors
- 6 Bachelor's Degree Programs
- 6 Master’s Degree Program
- 4 Doctoral Degree Programs
- 2 Dual/Degree Programs
- 1 Artist Certificate Progam
- 1 Non-degree Teacher Licensure Program
Degrees Offered
- Bachelor of Arts in Art
- Studio
- Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio
- Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Photography
- Textiles
- Three-Dimensional Studies: Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Studies: Sculpture
- Bachelor of Music
- Composition
- Jazz Studies
- Music Education
- Music Performance
- Music Technology (recording and music production)
- Bachelor of Science in Music Management
- Bachelor of Arts in Film & Media
- Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies
- Arts Administration
- Theatre
- Dual Degree: Film & Media with emphasis on Film & Video Production: Bachelor of Arts in Film & Media and Master of Arts in Communication
- Master of Arts in Teaching
- Master of Fine Arts in Studio with Concentrations in:
- Drawing, Painting & Printmaking
- Graphic Design
- Interior Design
- Photography
- Textiles
- Three-Dimensional Studies: Ceramics
- Three-Dimensional Studies: Sculpture
- Master of Music
- Choral Conducting
- Composition
- Guitar Performance
- Instrumental Conducting
- Jazz Studies
- Music Education
- Orchestral Instrument Performance
- Piano Pedagogy
- Piano Performance
- Voice Performance
- Master of Arts in Film, Media & Digital Imaging
- Moving Image Production
- Moving Image Studies
- Master of Fine Arts in Digital Filmmaking
- Filmmaking
Doctoral
- Doctor of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: Art Education
- Doctor of Education in Curriculum & Instruction: Music Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Teaching & Learning: Music Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Moving Image Studies
- Film & Media with emphasis on Film & Video Production: Bachelor of Arts in Film & Media and Master of Arts in Communication
- Music: Bachelor of Music and Master of Music
- Artist Certificate in Music
- Music Teacher Licensure for Georgia Schools (preschool – 12th grade)
Major Centers
The Office of Educational Outreach is a conduit for artistic excellence and innovation in urban music education. The center connects music faculty and students with the greater educational community to advance the role in music schools and prepare strong leaders to teach in diverse settings.
Connections to Atlanta and the World
- Collaborate with Atlanta arts organizations, businesses, festivals and more.
- Intern and exhibit at Atlanta galleries, museums, alternative art spaces and nonprofits.
- Enjoy more than 300 concerts, recitals, exhibitions, lectures and theatre productions every year through the college.
- Tap into Georgia’s growing $9.5 billion film industry from both sides of the camera through acting, writing, producing, and set and costume design.
- Study abroad in Europe, China and South Africa, and perform in concerts and competitions around the globe.
Faculty and Alumni Accolades
- More than 20 Grammy Awards
- Three Guggenheim Awards
- Three Hudgens Prize Winners
- More than 50 artists in the permanent collection of Atlanta’s High Museum of Art
Learn More About Each of Our Three Schools
Contact Information
Website: thearts.gsu.edu
Facebook: /GSUCOTA
Twitter: @GSUArts
Instagram: @gsuarts
Address: 35 Broad Street NW, Suite 400, Atlanta, GA 30303
Mailing Address:
College of the Arts
Office of the Dean
P.O. Box 3984
Atlanta, GA 30302-3984
Phone: 404-413-3151
Fax: 404-413-6363
Email: [email protected]