About CVAD

A Framework for Success: Supporting a passion for art, design and scholarship

The College of Visual Arts and Design is one of the nation's most comprehensive visual arts and design schools at a public university, offering 16 undergraduate and 13 graduate degree programs and concentrations in areas ranging from art education and new media to graphic design and arts management. The college includes several institutes and centers, as well as three art galleries to showcase student and professional work. Considered one of the best art schools in the South and Southwest, the College of Visual Arts and Design offers the first and only Ph.D. program in art education in Texas and some of the highest-rated art and design programs in the southern United States.

College of Visual Arts and Design faculty are master artists, designers and scholars who are award-winning and nationally recognized. As leaders in their disciplines, they'll encourage you to explore new directions in creativity and scholarship and guide you in becoming a well-rounded professional.

CVAD Galleries

Three CVAD galleries in the Art Building support the educational mission of the university, enrich the aesthetic environment and serve as a cultural resource for the public. With a focus on curatorial projects involving contemporary art, the three galleries inspire and empower student and community audiences through the viewing experience, foster students' confidence in the public display of their artworks and present and promote the artist's voice.

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Enhancing your creativity

All of our programs use the latest technology to bring your vision to life. Through our six computer labs and other facilities, including our digital fabrication lab, you will have access to state-of-the-art hardware and software, including 3-D modeling and printing capabilities, laser and plasma cutters, and CNC routers.

Internship opportunities

UNT is nestled in the north of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas and home to seven major art museums. This proximity opens up a wealth of career, networking and internship opportunities — making the North Texas region a great place to expand your education.

Questions?

Whether you're interested in studying art after high school, transferring from another school, a parent looking into programs for a budding artist in your family or exploring ways to support the arts community, please reach out to us!