Fine Arts

People with an artistic eye tend to view the world differently than the average person and seek to communicate a new understanding through meaningful, visual messages. If you need to express yourself through art and want to go to art school to explore a range of art techniques, we’ve designed our Fine Arts program to help you cultivate and hone your skills as an artist. Our exceptional, experienced instructors can inspire and teach you in different areas of specialization such as painting, ceramics, textiles, jewelry, sculpture, metals, photography, and drawing.

With an associate degree in fine arts, you can pursue a career as a practicing artist or possibly work in a related field such as graphic design and eventually become a creative director. Going on to complete a bachelor’s or graduate degree in fine arts at a university also allows you to pursue a career in museums, galleries, community-based art organizations, or art instruction.

Make your art school dreams happen and join the Fine Arts program today.

Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.

Associate Degrees and University Transfer
Associate in Arts, Fine Arts, Emphasis in Art

As a GateWay Community College student in this field, you are able to start your bachelor's degree at a significant savings. Through partnerships with our state universities, you are able to transfer many of your credits earned at GateWay.

Review the course requirements for complete details, and work with an advisor regarding pathways to transfer credits to one of the state universities.

Arts & Humanities courses focus on a variety of subject matter, including art, art history, theater, film, the human condition and more.

Many subject areas draw upon arts and humanities in understanding basic developments and progression through time, including history, religion, communications and languages.

If you are interested in arts and humanities courses, you may also be interested in Philosophy & Religion or English.

Watch video to learn about the Art Studio at GateWay Community College.

We have a new Art Gallery on campus. Stop by to see the current exhibit and check out the Art Gallery webpage for upcoming exhibits.

Program Location

Washington Campus

Program Cost Estimates*

Associate in Arts: $5,774

*Please note that these are only estimates and may not include books. These estimates may change based on increases to tuition, course fees and book costs. Estimates are based on tuition rates for in-county students. Additional fees may apply.

Accreditation

Accreditation is a process used to measure and certify the credibility and quality of services offered by an organization. GateWay is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Why should you choose an accredited school?

Although many schools offer seemingly similar degree and certification options, not all schools are accredited. In many instances, accreditation of the degree or program you complete may be required in order to become certified to work in the field.