Portfolio Requirements

The following guidelines are to be followed by all students (including transfers) seeking admission to the Art Education Program.

1. Examples of two dimensional art such as drawing, painting, or printmaking, collage, etc.  This work should be presented in an attractive manner using clean-cut mats and proper backing support.
    

2. Examples of three dimensional art such as sculpture, jewelry, textiles, ceramics, crafts, etc. Slides or photos of the work are acceptable.
    

3. Examples in the field of design which will employ knowledge of design relationships, color and lettering.  These should be presented in an attractive manner using clean-cut mats and proper backing.
    

4. Sketchbook with drawings from real life and artistic planning for larger works.
    

5. Other examples of creative endeavor in the visual arts.  All work must be the original art of the applicant. A minimum of 12 pieces and a maximum of 25 is requested. The quality of the portfolio and the personal interview will be used to assess the performance and academic capabilities of the applicant. Deadlines for submission are: Fall admittance, prior to April 30^th; Spring admittance, prior to November 15^th.

Art Awards for excellence, consisting of a determined monetary amount, will be given to selected individuals during the Freshman through Junior years and for graduating Seniors in the various Art Department majors.

Graduate portfolios will show an advanced level of accomplishment in artistic expression of the applicant.  Generally, 2-3 mediums are represented within the portfolio.  Electronic submissions are accepted in .jpeg format or PowerPoint presentation.  

Please contact the Art Department at (570) 662-4500 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm to schedule a date for your portfolio review, or if you have any questions regarding the Art Department at Mansfield University.