Arts in Scotland
We have been lucky enough to support some incredibly talented students this semester! In amongst discovering all the culture and heritage Scotland has to offer, they've been…
Study Abroad At
Glasgow School of Art
Your own studio space in a prestigious creative learning institution
Glasgow School of Art is recognized worldwide for its excellence in teaching and innovation in fine arts. The School is housed in a one-of-a-kind, art nouveau building designed by the renowned Scottish architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh. GSA alumni are world renowned in their field. The 2011 winner of the Turner Prize (the most important British contemporary art award), sculptor Martin Boyce, is an alum, and the School boasts three other recent Turner Prize winners: Douglas Gordon (1996), Richard Wright (2009), and Simon Starling (2005).
With one-on-one instruction, a high degree of independent study and focused studio work, GSA's fine arts courses allow you to realize and develop your creativity and to mature as an artist. Emphasis is placed on studio work and continuous interaction and discussion with your instructors and visiting artists. Areas of concentration include: textile design, painting, photography, sculpture, silversmithing and jewelry, printmaking and graphic design, glass blowing, drawing and architectural studies.
Glasgow School of Art helped me to direct my artistic career and refine my ideas ”
Julie Rooney
DePauw University Student, Glasgow School of Art
Members of the faculty are practicing and recognized artists in their own right regularly exhibiting in one-person shows, exhibitions, and prestigious galleries as well as serving as consultants, art jurors and commentators.
The city of Glasgow itself is considered the second city in Britain for excellence in art, with many practicing artists in residence.
Architecture is available as a course option for Academic Year students.
A portfolio of work will be required with your application.
Learn more about our Arcadia in Edinburgh Center.
Access, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Scotland
| Term/Period | Departure Date | Return | Credits | Base Program Fee | Application Deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | 9/12/2024 | 12/14/2024 | 15 | $23,995 | 4/1/2024 | More Info |
| Academic Year 2024 | 9/12/2024 | 5/24/2025 | 30 | $43,760 | 4/1/2024 | More Info |
| Spring 2025 | 1/22/2025 | 6/7/2025 | 15 | $23,995 | 10/1/2024 | More Info |
Program fees listed are base fees only. Please select MORE INFO for an estimate of additional expenses and any additional fees that may be incurred based on enrollment selections or housing placements. Dates and fees for future terms will be posted as they become available. Please see Program Calendar for detailed dates.
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Housing
As a participant on an Arcadia program, you are guaranteed housing. Our priority is to provide a safe, clean, cost-effective and convenient place for you to live, while offering you every opportunity to explore the local culture and community.
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