Create The World You Want to Teach in

  • Relevant learning you can bring directly into your classroom
  • 100% online so you can work on your own time
  • Connect with supportive faculty and art educators around the globe

Graduate Programs

Master of Arts in Art Education

Grow as an artist and teacher by earning your Master of Arts in art education. Unlock student potential and impact learning while engaging in authentic artmaking.

Turn theory into practice. Incorporate new tools and techniques in your art room to create an engaging place for students. Explore every facet of art education, from curriculum and classroom management to a variety of studio courses. Blend teaching methods and artmaking techniques in this exciting, relevant master’s degree program.

Graduate Programs

Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction

Position yourself as a leader in curricular development and instructional practice.

Hone your skills in art leadership and advocacy. Coursework and specializations focus on reflective practice strategies and action research. Learn to inspire curriculum design, inform instruction, engage learners, and more.

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Graduate-Level Continuing Education Courses

Our graduate courses support art teachers’ success at every stage of their professional careers. Ridiculously relevant course options are in tune with current trends in art education.

Skill Builders

Build on your existing skillset as an art teacher. Courses are designed to engage all learners and create space for art education to thrive.

Assessment in Art Education
Studio: Drawing
Advocating for the Visual Arts
Designing Your Art Curriculum
Studio: Ceramics

Teacher Favorites

Our most-loved and highly-praised courses by graduate students and faculty members alike.

Social-Emotional Learning in the Visual Arts
Studio: Painting–Watercolor
Educating Through Art History
Studio: Fibers
Choice-Based Art Education

Benefits

Designed for Art Teachers, Built for Real Life

Join a passionate community, earn your degree online, and bring what you learn straight into your classroom.

Ridiculously Relevant Coursework

Apply what you learn immediately.

Supportive Community

Advisors, faculty, and fellow art teachers who get it.

Take Your Skills to the Next Level

Grow your skills and stay current with educational trends.

A Degree That Pays for Itself

Earn your degree at half the cost of comparable graduate programs.

Total Flexibility

Work on your time, from anywhere.

Start When You’re Ready

Apply today—courses run year-round.

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Learn with Us

Degree planning is structured around spring, summer, and fall terms—but with courses starting monthly, you can begin your degree at any time.

An Amazing Journey

Student Experience

Join a community of educators working to create what’s next for art education. Engage with art education faculty from across the United States and connect with peers around the globe. One-to-one guidance from advisors and access to academic services will support you on your journey.

World-Class Instructors

Faculty & Academic Staff

AOEU fosters a community of art educators, including 50+ art education faculty and staff with practical classroom experience to ensure students receive relevant feedback.

Jennifer Ferriday, MA
Chair of Curriculum Development
Haley Parker, MFA
Associate Professor & Admissions Counselor
Abby Schukei, MA
Social Media Manager & Adjunct Instructor

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University for Life

Today, you’re looking for a degree. But tomorrow, becoming the best art teacher you can be might look like listening to a podcast, attending a conference, or logging relevant PD hours. AOEU is your university for life, supporting you throughout your entire career.