The Master of Education in Art Education degree is designed for those who hold a bachelor's degree and wish to earn an Ohio teaching license in conjunction with a master's degree. Students in this program earn a master's degree and an initial Ohio educator license for grades PreK through 12 in the visual arts.  

The ME in Art Education is a 30 semester hour program with additional semester hours of coursework required for licensure. Students take courses in art education along with education and art courses selected with a faculty adviser based on the student's intended licensure area. The program culminates with a theory and research class and the completion of either a research-based project or a thesis depending on the student's interest. Coursework is completed through a combination of on-campus, online and field-based courses. 

Admission to the ME in Art Education

In addition to admission requirements of the College of Graduate Studies, admission to the master's program requires the following:

• A baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year institution

• An overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale in all undergraduate work

• A well-written statement of purpose describing the student’s background and goals as well as the importance of the degree in achieving those goals

• Three letters of recommendation regarding the prospective student's potential for doing master's level work from professionals such as an undergraduate major advisor, current employer, school principal or others who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s ability to engage in graduate work in the desired program

• A content area grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.7 on a 4.0 scale for coursework in the selected licensure area

• Undergraduate content area coursework for the selected licensure area

• Mastery of reading, writing, and mathematics skills as demonstrated on one of these nationally normed assessments: ACT, SAT, GRE, or Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators. Students must present test scores at or above the 50th percentile from one of these assessments. Acceptable scores for these assessments are listed below (current score scale for Fall 2020 admissions):

  • ACT – Mathematics: 21; Reading: 21; Writing: 6

  • SAT – Mathematics: 532; Evidence-based Reading and Writing: 543; Essay Writing*: 5.0

  • GRE – Quantitative Reasoning: 153; Verbal Reasoning: 151; Analytical Writing*: 4.0

  • PRAXIS Core Academic Skills for Educators – Mathematics (test code 5732): 156; Reading (test code 5712): 156; Writing (test code 5722)*: 162

*Writing scores are required for each option beginning 2021

The master's program has selective admissions and may admit a limited number of students. Thus, meeting all formal criteria does not guarantee admission.

What to Submit with Your Application 

• Official transcripts from all institutions of higher education

• Statement of purpose

• Three letters of recommendation 

• Portfolio of artwork, digital or physical

• Course review worksheet

• Scores for one the following: ACT, SAT, GRE or PRAXIS CORE

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ME IN ART EDUCATION

For the Master of Education degree, students must complete the following program requirements:

• A minimum of 30 semester hours of approved graduate course work

• An area of specialization in art education with courses pre-approved by the faculty advisor

• A supporting area with courses pre-approved by the faculty advisor

• A thesis, project, or research seminar

In addition, no more than six semester hours of credit from any combination of workshops (5950), problems or special topics courses (5980 or 6980), and independent studies (5990 or 6990) may be included in the degree program.

All coursework and requirements of the master's degree must be taken within a six-year period immediately preceding the date the degree is awarded.

Plan of Study

A plan of study identifying the courses for the master's degree is required after 12 credit hours, generally at the end of the first semester of full-time study. The master's plan of study must include the following within the 30-semester hour minimum:

• 21 credits of specialization in art education

• 6 credits of a supporting area

• 3 credits of thesis, project or research seminar 

Licensure or endorsement may require additional semester hours to fulfill the credential requirements as well as degree requirements. Students should consult their advisor for detailed information.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

PRIOR TO BEGINNING CLASSROOM EXPERIENCES

• Criminal background check

• Acceptable scores on the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) Content Assessment(s) for the licensure area

• All undergraduate content area courses

PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR OHIO TEACHING LICENSE

• Acceptable scores on the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) Pedagogy Assessment for the licensure area

• Acceptable scores on the Ohio Assessment for Educators (OAE) Foundations of Reading Assessment for the licensure area

Guide for Developing a Plan of Study

Below is a guide for developing a Plan of Study for the Master of Education in Art Education. Students should work with their faculty advisor to identify specific courses to fulfill program requirements. 

Additional hours may be required to fulfill licensure requirements. 

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Specialization in Art Education		21-26
For students not seeking licensure
Select 21 credits as approved by advisor
For students seeking licensure
Select the following:
AED 5140	Art Education For The Special Child
AED 5200	Computer Graphics In Art Education
AED 5990	Individual Study Of Art For The Graduate Student (12 credits as approved by advisor)
AED 6940	Internship
Other art education courses as approved by advisor
Supporting Area
Select 6 credits as approved by advisor		6
CI 6410	Content Area Literacy (Recommended)
EDP 5210	Child Behavior And Development (Recommended)
Other education courses as approved by faculty advisor
Master's Thesis, Project, or Internship
Select one of the following:		3-4
AED 5000	Research In Art Education
AED 6920	Masters Research Project In Art Education
AED 6960	Master's Research Thesis In Art Education
Total Hours		30-36

1. Students apply their understandings of student learning and diversity to their creation of visual Arts lesson plans.
2. Students demonstrate their competence in visual art techniques, history, and applications.
3. Students design and apply varied and effective assessments to their evaluation of their students learning.
4. Students plan and organize educational environments that promote learning and empathy.
5. Students maintain professionalism in their self-presentation and in their relationships with colleagues.