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Earn your master’s degree and dual licensure in just two years. Alverno’s License to Master in Art Education program is designed for artists of all genders with a bachelor’s degree in art who want to transform their creative practice into meaningful work as an educator and mentor.
Program Highlights
- Flexible online, evening and weekend courses
- Field placements for hands-on learning
- Approved by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
Designed for Real Life
With a flexible blend of online, HyFlex and hands-on learning in real classrooms, you’ll earn the following in just two years:
- Art Education License (K-12)
- Adaptive Arts License
- Master of Arts in Education (MA Ed)
Build the Skills to Inspire
You’ll gain the knowledge and experience to:
- Teach in K-12 and community settings
- Support diverse learners
- Create inclusive environments where creativity thrives
Through expressive and therapeutic arts practices, you’ll design engaging classrooms to help students discover their artistic voice, express what words alone cannot and experience the confidence, connection and growth that art can inspire.
Career Paths
Graduates pursue roles such as:
- K-12 Art Teacher
- Adaptive Arts Educator
- Community Arts Educator
- Museum Education Specialist
- Arts Program Coordinator
- Expressive Arts Facilitator
- Youth Arts Program Director
Upcoming Application Deadlines
Winter 2026: November 20, 2026
Spring 2027: January 5, 2027
Funding Your Education
$800 per credit hour
Opportunities for Financial Aid
Email financial.aid@alverno.edu or call 414-382-6262 to discuss funding your education.
How to apply
- No application fee
- Rolling admissions
- Apply anytime at alverno.edu/apply
Requirements:
- Three recommendations (at least two professional or academic)
- Official transcripts confirming a completed bachelor’s degree
- Writing samples (one education statement and two communication samples)
- Passing score on Praxis Core
- Completed background check through Alverno College
Questions?
Contact the Admissions team at admissions@alverno.edu.
