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School of Art and Design Drawing
Stephanie Dukat Clay work
Photo of SIU's Surplus Gallery

Welcome to the School of Art and Design at SIU Carbondale.

We hope that during these trying times you are doing your best to be safe, creative, and connected to your community. The School of Art and Design has unfortunately been unable to function as we normally would. Nevertheless, we are doing our best to support students in our classes while also considering hardships they may be confronting right now. Listed below are some resources we feel that will be helpful during the current situation.


Art and design is personal, creative, innovative and imaginative. That is why we offer 13 unique specializations to fit your individual interests.

You can choose from a BFA, BA, MFA or graduate certificate, or add on a minor. Click on the program tracks below for degree requirements, career options, student organizations, funding opportunities and so much more.