How to Teach College Art

Those who have a passion for art, as well as a desire to share this passion with others, may be interested in teaching college art.  In order to teach college art, one must obtain a master's degree in an art-related field.

• Take a variety of art classes while in high school.  Taking a variety of classes, such as drawing, painting, sculpture, photography and art history will help you determine what area of art you are the most interested in.


• Attend an accredited four-year college or university, and obtain a bachelor's degree in an art related field.


• Focus on a variety of different art classes, and begin working on artwork for your portfolio.  You may also wish to attend a portfolio preparation class that is offered through some art schools.


• Check into the admission requirements for different art schools, including admission test scores, grade point average and what they are looking for in an art portfolio.


• Create a portfolio that contains some of your best pieces of artwork.  You may wish to have an art teacher or art professional assist you in selecting the best pieces of artwork to include in the portfolio.


• Apply to several different accredited art schools, and make sure you have submitted all of the necessary information, letters of recommendation and your art portfolio.


• Choose which school you would like to attend from the schools you have gained acceptance to.


• Obtain your master's degree in the area of art that you have chosen to specialize in.


• Create a resume, and apply to colleges that you are interested in teaching at.