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Dec 05, 2025
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2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
Studio Art (B.F.A.) - Art Education Specialization
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Program Coordinator/Contact
Diana Behl, Associate Professor
School of Design
Chicoine Architecture, Mathematics and Engineering Hall 382, Box 2225
605-688-4103
Program Information
The Art Education specialization is part of the Studio Art Program and prepares majors for careers as art educators in elementary and secondary schools (K-12). Art Education comprises courses from the Studio Art Program and the Secondary Teacher Education Program. The curriculum prepares students for the state educator certification process which includes the successful completion of a state-designated pedagogy test. Students pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree that provides instruction in all the studio art areas focusing on technical and conceptual development along with the coursework in teaching and learning.
Accreditation
Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
South Dakota Department of Education
National Association of Schools of Art and Design
Certification and Licensure
- Completion of an approved teacher preparation program.
- Completion of an approved South Dakota Indian studies course.
- Pass the state designated content knowledge test or 2.7 GPA in content major coursework.
- Pass the state designated pedagogy test.
- Apply online with the South Dakota Department of Education.
- Written recommendation from institution of higher education (SDSU) verifying program completion.
Course Delivery Format
Course content is delivered through hands-on studio work combined with lectures, demonstrations, and critiques.
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Teacher Education Program Progression Requirements
Acceptance into Teacher Education - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA in the academic major of 2.6 is required.
- Completion of program application and professional licensure location form.
Acceptance into Residency I - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA of 2.7 is required in both major and education courses.
- The teacher candidate must take the Praxis content exam.
- The teacher candidate is also required to complete a criminal background check with field placements, a TB test with negative reading, and CPR and first aid certification.
Acceptance into Residency II - A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
- An overall GPA of 2.5 is required.
- A GPA of 2.7 is required in both major and education courses.
- The teacher candidate must take the Praxis PLT exam.
Academic Requirements
- Studio Art students must maintain at least a 2.7 GPA for all required major and education courses and an overall GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale for the duration of the program. A grade of a “C” or better is required in all ART, ARTE, ARTH, GDES, DSGN, LA, ARCH, and ID courses.
- A grade of “C” or better is required in education coursework (classes with AIS, EDFN, SPED, or SEED prefixes).
Requirements for Studio Art Major - Art Education Specialization: 128 Credits
Bachelor of Fine Arts System General Education Requirements
College of Arts and Sciences Requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts Requirements - Capstone course in the major discipline
- Upper division coursework Credits: 33
System General Education and/or major coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements. Consult program advisor for details. See the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences for additional information about Bachelor of Fine Arts specifications. School of Design Requirements
School of Design Electives
Select 4 credits from the list below. Students are required to complete four credits of elective shops, studios, or history courses in another School of Design discipline. Courses may not include ART, ARTH, or GDES prefix. Contact the School of Design advisor for approval of additional courses. Credits: 4 S Teacher Education Requirements
Total Required Credits: 128
Notes
AH Art History B.F.A. Coursework
S Supportive B.F.A. Studies Summary of Program Requirements
Bachelor of Fine Arts | | System General Education Requirements* | 24 Credit Hours | | College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Requirements | 0 Credit Hours | | School of Design Requirements** | 12 Credit Hours | | Major Requirements | 41 Credit Hours | | Teacher Education Requirements | 39 Credit Hours | | Supporting Coursework | 12 Credit Hours | | Electives*** | 0 Credit Hours | *System General Education Requirements for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree shall include a minimum of 30 credit hours. Some general education coursework may be counted for Major Requirements, Supporting Coursework, College Requirements, and School Requirements.
**System General Education Requirements, Major Requirements, and Supporting Coursework may satisfy some or all of the above requirements.
***Taken as needed to complete any additional degree requirements. Academic Advising Guide Sheet
The goal of the academic advising guide sheets and sample plans of study is to promote undergraduate student success by guiding all students to timely completion of an undergraduate degree. Students are not limited to the course sequence provided for their academic program. Instead, the sample plan of study is one possible path to completing your degree and is meant to be used as a guide for planning purposes in consultation with an academic advisor. The plans also help students prepare for meetings with their academic advisor and track their progress in their selected academic program. |
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