As a studio-research-focused program, Integrated Visual Studies (IVS) lets you blend visual arts with another field, whether it's psychology, tech, business, or anything else that you’re curious about. You'll dive into creative research, develop an arts-based project or mini-thesis, and build a unique skill set. Integrated Visual Studies is perfect for artists who think outside the box and want to expand their impact beyond traditional art spaces.

As you move through the program, you'll sharpen your artistic skills, explore new techniques, and develop your unique creative voice. In the capstone prep course, you'll define your big research idea, choose the best methods to explore it, and lay the groundwork for your final project. The senior capstone is where it all comes together: you’ll blend art with history, theory, and culture to see your work in a bigger context. You’ll also dive deep into how your art connects with your secondary field, creating innovative, interdisciplinary projects that reflect your personal and academic journey.

Are you thinking about grad school? This program mirrors the research-driven, process-oriented work expected at the next level, giving you a strong foundation for advanced academic and professional opportunities.

As with each of our concentrations, your coursework will be supported by our Foundations Program, where you will learn a visual language and the technical skills to find your voice and participate with a critical eye in our complex contemporary society.