School of Art and Design
With our nationally recognized faculty of artists, designers, art educators and scholars, we are committed to exploring the convergence of art, design, and creative inquiry. Whether you are an undergraduate or a graduate student, the ÁñÁ«»ÆÊÓƵ School of Art and Design provides a rigorous education, no matter which degree you choose.
What type of student are you?
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Animation
Join us for an Open House and Portfolio Review Event!
FREE and Open to the Public!
Prospective School of Art and Design students and community members will have the opportunity to walk a self-guided tour of Chastain Pointe while classes are in session.
Prospective Students: Bring your portfolio and have it reviewed by our faculty members!
Several School of Art and Design faculty will be available to give high school students advice on the contents of their portfolio. Prospective students are invited to bring their drawings, small paintings, or photographs of their three-dimensional work for review. This opportunity is especially helpful for students planning to submit their entrance portfolio for acceptance into the School of Art and Design.
Parking: Guests may park in any available space at Chastain Pointe.
Address: .
March 5, 2026 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Arts District, Chastain Pointe
1200 Chastain Road, Kennesaw, Ga 30144
April 2, 2026 - 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Arts District, Chastain Pointe
1200 Chastain Road, Kennesaw, Ga 30144
Entrance Portfolio Application & Deadlines
The School of Art & Design at ÁñÁ«»ÆÊÓƵ admits students in the Fall (August) and Spring (January) semesters each year. The School of Art and Design Entry Portfolio requires 4 artworks and a 200-word artist statement:
| Semester | Portfolio Deadline | Classes Begin |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 | November 14, 2025 | January 12, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | May 1, 2026 | August 24, 2026* |
Are you transferring into the School of Art and Design?
If so, please email artsadmissions@kennesaw.edu.
KSU School of Art & Design Laptop Recommendations
Digital literacy is crucial for 21st-century artists, designers, scholars, and educators. In First-year Foundations and other courses, students will switch between traditional materials and digital platforms. The laptop will serve as a creative tool and portable studio, allowing students to work smoothly across classrooms and other campus workspaces.
Therefore, students admitted to the ÁñÁ«»ÆÊÓƵ School of Art and Design should have a laptop and a high-speed external hard drive. Students interested in the 3D Animation concentration are encouraged to purchase Dell or HP Windows/PC laptops. Students interested in the 2D Animation concentration and Graphic Communications are encouraged to buy MacBook Pro laptops. Students pursuing other programs, such as Studio Art, Art History, or Art Education, can succeed with either Windows/PC or Mac laptops.
Minimum Laptop Specifications
Recommended Laptop Models
Preferred Laptop Specifications
3D Computer Animation Minimum Specifications (suitable for standard coursework and small-to-medium 3D projects)
Recommended Specifications (ideal for large-scale 3D projects, complex simulations, or rendering-heavy workflows)
2D Computer Animation Minimum Specifications (suitable for traditional 2D workflows, storyboarding, and standard motion graphics)
Recommended Specifications (ideal for motion graphics, hybrid 2D/3D work, and high-resolution projects)
External Hard Drive Requirements
Master of Arts in Art and Design
The Master of Arts in Art and Design (M.A.) is a professional program that prepares leaders in artistic industries with embodied professional practice and pedagogy, as well as local and global engagement. Students will solve problems at an advanced level through collaborative inquiry with disciplinary experts. This interdisciplinary/integrated degree mirrors our desire to break free of the limits of discipline-specific constraints.
This fully online program offers concentrations in Art Education, Digital Animation and Museum Studies.
Virtual Information Sessions
Prospective graduate students are encouraged to attend one of our upcoming Information Sessions. These sessions will provide a comprehensive overview of the program, helping you determine how it aligns with your academic and creative goals.
Sign-UpApplication Deadlines & Requirements
Application Deadlines
Admissions Requirements
