University of SC School of Visual Art and Design

University of SC School of Visual Art and Design is an academic department in Columbia, SC. The school provides various degree paths in studio art, design, media arts, and art education, serving students through hands-on studios and gallery experiences.

For a century, the school has served as a home for creators and makers, offering 11 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across four primary areas of study: Art Education, Art History, Media Arts, and Studio Art and Design. Students have the opportunity to build portfolios in digital labs and studios, and can engage with the community through the McMaster Gallery. The Art History program is noted for its robust curriculum, with courses spanning from prehistory to the present, and benefits from close ties to regional cultural institutions such as the Columbia Museum of Art, the McKissick Museum, Historic Columbia, and the 701 Center for Contemporary Art.

The school is located on Senate St in Columbia.

The institution is recognized for its long-standing history of excellence, having crafted programs that support artists for 100 years. The faculty and students produce work that reaches galleries, classrooms, and industries worldwide, reflecting a deep-rooted commitment to creative innovation and professional preparation.

The University of SC School of Visual Art and Design continues to foster the next generation of artists and designers within the Columbia community.

Services:

• Alumni Networking
• Graduate Programs
• Study Abroad Opportunities
• Undergraduate Programs