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Register By: January 09, 2025
Next Start Date: January 13, 2025

Art - Illustration Emphasis Overview

Studying illustration at USI is more than just learning about visual storytelling. You will gain technical and creative skills through coursework in drawing and composition before moving to advanced digital illustration techniques taught in our state-of-the-art Wacom Cintiq lab. Upper-level courses in Digital Painting, Narrative Illustration, and Conceptual Illustration allow you to explore traditional and contemporary techniques while developing your own individual illustrative style and vision. Additionally, you will develop the critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and professional practice skills necessary to enter the illustration profession.

Other Emphases

Art - Art History Emphasis
Major
Art - Graphic Design Emphasis
Major
Art - Interactive Media Design Emphasis
Major
Art - Photography Emphasis
Major
Art - Studio Emphasis
Major
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Award Winning Students and Faculty
20
Average Class Size

Credits Breakdowns

General
Education

39
Credits

Major Credit
Requirements

54
Credits

Additional Credits

27
Credits

Total Credits

120
Credits

Additional credit hours could indicate a second major, minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.   

To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:

  • Complete the online application for admission
  • Pay the $40 application fee
  • Submit official transcripts from all high schools and colleges you've attended

Once USI has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.

Upon acceptance to USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.

Incoming Students

  • Start Date:
    January 13, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    January 09, 2025
  • Start Date:
    August 18, 2025
    Registration Deadline:
    August 13, 2025
  • Start Date:
    January 12, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    January 08, 2026
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    August 17, 2026
    Registration Deadline:
    August 12, 2026
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    January 11, 2027
    Registration Deadline:
    January 07, 2027

College & Department Contacts

Dr. Sara A. Christensen Blair
Chair of Art & Design
Professor of Art

Career Outlook

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The real-world experience of internships and working with faculty who are professional designers and practicing artists allows you the opportunity to immerse yourself in your field of choice prior to graduation. Outside of the classroom, you will have opportunities to visit major art museums in Chicago, New York and abroad. Visiting artists, designers, and scholars allows you to have impactful learning experiences beyond the classroom. 

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The University of Southern Indiana is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.

The University of Southern Indiana is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). 

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