Indianapolis Art Schools
University of Phoenix - Indianapolis Campus
7999 Knue RoadIndianapolis, IN 46250
Sample programs:
- BS in Information Technology - Multimedia and Visual Comm
DeVry University - Indianapolis
9100 Keystone CrossingIndianapolis, IN 46001
Sample programs:
- Associate - Web Graphic Design
- Bachelor's - Multimedia Design and Development
The Art Institute of Indianapolis
3500 Depauw Blvd., Suite 1010Indianapolis, IN 46268
Sample programs:
- Apparel / Fashion Design
- Digital Design
- Digital Photography
- More
ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
9511 Angola CourtIndianapolis, IN 46268
Sample programs:
- School of Drafting and Design
International Business College - Indianapolis
7205 Shadeland StationIndianapolis, IN 46256
Sample programs:
- Graphic Design
Harrison College - Indianapolis
644 East Washington StreetIndianapolis, IN 46204
Sample programs:
- Fashion Merchandising
Attending Art School in Indianapolis
With four interstates finding their way through the Midwest’s third largest city, it can be said, quite literally, that all roads lead to Indy, the “crossroads of America”. In fact, one of the most famous roadways has to be the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which hosts the Indy 500 each Memorial Day weekend and draws a crowd of over 300,000 annually. Additionally, the capital of Indiana, located in the heart of the state, is home to a great number of museums and other art spaces, as well as notable art schools and programs for prospective art students. Among the more well known, the Indianapolis Museum of Art is one of the oldest and largest general art museums in the country and it features the Samuel Josefowitz Collection of Gauguin and exceptional collections of Japanese Edo-period paintings. It also hosts the Penrod Arts Fair, one of the most popular art festivals in the city. Moreover, the Indianapolis Museum of Contemporary Art, the Indiana State Museum, and the Eiteljorg Museum, which showcases both Native American and Western art, culture, and history, all add to the city’s “artscape”. The Indianapolis Art Center, an art organization striving to enhance the accessibility of the arts, maintains the Marilyn K. Glick School of Art, a 40,000-square-foot facility, designed by world-renowned architect Michael Graves, the Cultural Complex, and ARTSPARK. The Center also hosts the Broad Ripple Arts Fair, an annual fundraiser that features over 225 national and international artists. Broad Ripple Village, an artistic community in its own right, features eclectic galleries, diverse restaurants, and interesting variations in public art. Art students also have reason to spend their summers in Indianapolis as the city’s art scene truly comes to life. Among the many festivals, the Indiana Festival, the Indian Market, and the ever popular Talbot Street Art Fair all top the list of things to do in the summer months. Furthermore, the First Friday Gallery Tour, put on the by Indianapolis Downtown Artists & Dealers Association, provides art enthusiasts with the freedom to stroll through some of the city’s most exciting galleries, including Big Car, Collective Art, LAMP Fine Art Gallery, 4 Star, Kuaba, Herron, and Galerie Penumbra. Likewise, the Stutz Artists Association, an organization devoted to supporting local artists, also opens its studio doors on the first Friday of every month. With its numerous amenities, exciting activities, and that “Hoosier hospitality”, the city of Indianapolis is a wonderful choice for art students looking for exceptional schooling, and a city with resources to further enhance their artistic development.
Herron School of Art and Design, Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis
| Enrollment: | 800+ |
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| Faculty: | 60+ |
| Programs: | Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, Sculpture, Visual Communication Design, Furniture Design, Art Education and Art History |
| Degrees: | Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Art Education, and Master of Art Education; Master of Fine Arts |
| Features: | The Herron Gallery, Marsh Special Projects Gallery, and the Student Gallery; Visiting Artist Lecture Series; Herron is the first school in Indiana to be accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design; The school boasts a 169,000 square foot new facility; Through school-sponsored community projects such as public sculpture commissions, mural competitions and the design of catalogues, posters, brochures and websites, Herron students acquire practical knowledge and experience while working with clients. |
| Noted Alumni: | Dan Quayle |
Department of Art & Design, University Of Indianapolis
| Enrollment: | 4,300 (full population) |
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| Faculty: | 14 |
| Programs: | Studio fine arts (ceramics, drawing and painting, or works on paper), pre-art therapy, art education, graphic design/visual communication design, art history (minor only) |
| Degrees: | Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts |
| Features: | Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design; The Christel DeHaan Fine Arts Center and Gallery, the Au Ho-nien Museum, and the Campus Sculpture Walk are all features highlighting the arts at Indianapolis, as well as the Visiting Artists Program, monthly art shows, the university’s permanent art collection; facilities include advanced students studio space and one of the first non-toxic Intaglio printmaking studios; internships and summer workshops available; annual Clayfest |
Visual Arts Department, Marian College
| Enrollment: | 1,412 (full population) |
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| Faculty: | 65 (full faculty) |
| Programs: | Art, Art Therapy, Fine Art Studio, Graphic Design, Art History |
| Degrees: | Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Arts, Concentrations |
| Features: | Creative Arts Society; accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools; Resources include a career services center, a learning and counseling center, and the student center |
Jordan College of Fine Art, Butler University
| Enrollment: | 4,415 (full population) |
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| Faculty: | 280 (complete full time faculty) |
| Programs: | Arts Administration, Media Arts (recording industry studies, multimedia, electronic media) |
| Degrees: | Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts |
| Features: | Strong internship program and job placement services (Center for Career Planning and Development); 100 active student organizations; Butler Community Arts School |
| Noted Alumni: | Dan Barden (author), Lauren Smith |
| Additional Information: | Focuses primarily on performing arts |
