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Freedom of expression.

Become a professional sculptor, art consultant or art studio manager. You are passionate about your art, and you want to share your talents with the world. This program will help you develop both the creative and professional skills you need for a future as a studio artist in today’s global art communities. Students enrolled in sculpture courses are introduced to the materials and processes commonly applied to three-dimensional art making and are encouraged to explore individual directions through the development and production of sculpture. The sculpture studio facilitates practice in mold making, wood, metal fabrication and stone. A major in studio art with a sculpture specialization prepares graduates for careers as fine artists, graduate study in fine arts and entry-level positions in art and graphic design.

Is it for you?
This program will be a good fit if you:
  • Have strong skills in art or design.
  • Want to do something where you can physically see the results of your work.
  • Are committed to developing your talent.
  • Have a creative, expressive, curious personality.
  • Like to design and build things.
Career Opportunities
Explore possible career opportunities with this degree:
  • Studio artist
  • Art director
  • Public art consultant
  • Sculpture foundry
  • Studio artist
Recent Employers
Graduates have gone on to work at employers such as:
  • BronzeAge Art Casting
  • Graduate school
  • Preferred Woodwork, Inc.
  • Self-employed
Internship Opportunities
We have provided the following internship opportunities:
  • Good Roots Farm and Gardens LLC
  • Daktronics
  • Rehfeld’s Art and Framing
  • South Dakota Art Museum
  • Washington Pavilion Visual Arts Center
Suggested Certificates
New Product and Venture Development Certificate
New Product and Venture Development Certificate (Undergraduate)
Leading meeting
Public Service Certificate (Undergraduate)
Suggested Minors
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Museum Studies Minor
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Entrepreneurial Studies Minor