Study Abroad at the Glasgow School of Art

• Recognized worldwide for its excellence in teaching and innovation in the fine arts.
  
  
• Housed in a one-of-a-kind, art nouveau building designed by the renowned Scottish architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
  
  
• Allows for in-depth study and studio work.

Program

With one-on-one instruction, a high degree of independent study and focused studio work, GSA's fine arts courses allow you to realize and develop your creativity and to mature as an artist. Emphasis is placed on studio work and continuous interaction and discussion with your instructors and visiting artists. Areas of concentration include: textile design, painting, photography, sculpture, silversmithing and jewelry, printmaking and graphic design, glass blowing, drawing and architectural studies.

Members of the faculty are practicing and recognized artists in their own right regularly exhibiting in one-person shows, exhibitions, and prestigious galleries as well as serving as consultants, art jurors and commentators.  

Credits

Courses may be selected among various departments. You will earn the following hours of credit.

• Fall semester: 13 credits. 
• Spring two terms: 20 credits.
• Academic year: 33 credits.  

Admission Requirements

GPA Requirements: 3.0 or better on a 4.0 scale. You must be in good academic standing and not on disciplinary probation. You need to submit a complete application including a transcript, letter of recommendation, and an advisor's form before your application will be considered. 

To apply, you will need to submit a non-returnable portfolio of 15-20 color slides or a CD of recent work.