Make your passion a career with a Bachelor of Arts in Art degree from Lincoln Memorial University! In this program, you will not only study the arts and advance your skill and technique as an artist, but you'll also learn the history of art in order to better understand artistic expression historically and in the context of our contemporary world.
In advanced art courses like Art 2D Painting and Drawing and Art 3D Ceramics, you will be encouraged to expand your foundational communication and critical thinking skills in a globalized and visual world. To ensure that you can make the most of your time as an art major, we strive to maintain small class sizes (14 students per class on average) so that you can build lasting relationships and learn life-long lessons.
The Art program at LMU has facilities in historic Cumberland Gap, Tennessee, only a few minutes' drive from our main campus. LMU's facilities include:
You will have the opportunity to start exhibiting your work during your first year in the LMU Student Art Exhibitions. The foundation of visual and creative work you build will ultimately culminate in a solo exhibition, installed professionally and open to the public, indicating your entrance into the professional art world!
We also offer a variety of educational opportunities beyond the classroom setting. During your time here, you can get involved with LMU's Arts in the Gap program and intern during the summer in a nationally recognized arts program. Past student interns gained enough experience that they were able to teach workshops with the AITG programs. You will even have the opportunity to engage in the cultural and artistic life in the Tri-State region. Exhibition opportunities often arise with local arts organizations including the Cumberland Gap Artist's Co-Op, the Levitt Music Series, and others.
If you'd prefer to use your artistic passion LMU's pre-professional curriculum in Art Therapy is one of few programs across the country meant to prepare you for taking on graduate-level coursework and a career as a Art Therapy Counselor. Through mentorship with our Art and Psychology faculty, we strive to prepare you to enroll and excel in the top Art Therapy programs.
Regardless of where your creative muse takes you, a degree from LMU's art school will empower you with the tools you need to stand out and succeed.
Review the details below to ensure that you are eligible for the Art program at Lincoln Memorial University. To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:
To be admitted into the art program at Lincoln Memorial University, apply through the LMU portal. You must complete your application to be considered for entry.
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While we have a lot for you to learn during your time at LMU, your progress as an artist doesn't end with us! After graduating from our Art program, you will be prepared for a career in art, design, illustration, teaching, animation and any other industry looking for creative thinkers, doers and makers. In order to further pursue your education and specialize in your field of study, you may also seek admittance to master's programs in:
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, studios, galleries and individual clients are often seeking artists who possess outstanding talent, creativity and style. Those who have mastered artistic techniques and marketing skills are likely to have access to promising job opportunities. Overall employment of craft and fine artists is projected to show little to no change between 2018 and 2028.
Want to learn more about the Bachelor of Art in Art program at Lincoln Memorial University? Reach out to us at any time and we will get back to you as soon as we can!
Michael Giles
Associate Professor of Art / Chair of Fine Arts & Communications / Program Director
Office Address: 6965 Cumberland Gap Pkwy, Harrogate, TN 37752
Phone: 423.869.7407
Email: Michael.Giles@LMUnet.edu
