Art Minor
The Art minor at Governors State University offers students the opportunity to explore visual creativity alongside their major field of study. Through coursework in areas such as drawing, painting, design, and digital media, students develop foundational artistic skills and an understanding of visual language, composition, and technique.
This minor enhances creative thinking, problem-solving, and observational skills that are valuable across disciplines, including communication, education, business, and the social sciences. Whether you are looking to complement your primary degree, build a creative portfolio, or pursue a personal interest in the visual arts, the Art minor provides a flexible and enriching addition to your academic experience.
Career Outcomes
An Art minor supports a wide range of career paths by strengthening creativity, visual communication, and design awareness. These skills are especially valuable in fields that require innovation, aesthetic judgment, and the ability to communicate ideas visually.
- Graphic Designer – $58,000 (median)
- Marketing or Creative Coordinator – $50,000–$70,000
- User Experience (UX) Designer – $80,000–$110,000
- Art Director – $106,000 (median)
- Multimedia Artist / Animator – $99,000 (median)
- Content Creator / Visual Media Specialist – $55,000–$85,000
What You'll Study
Our academic catalog has detailed information about what you'll study, like courses, hours needed for completion, and other requirements.
How to Apply
You'll need certain documents and meet certain requirements in order to apply. Read about them on our admissions pages.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
Governors State University offers a range of financial aid options to help undergraduate students make their degree more affordable, including federal, state, institutional, and private funding. To get started, students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using GovState's school code (009145). The FAFSA determines eligibility for grants, loans, work-study programs, and many scholarship opportunities.
Grants, including the Federal Pell Grant and the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG), are awarded based on financial need and do not require repayment. Federal Direct Loans provide borrowed funds that must be repaid with interest after graduation.
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Contact Us
- Division of Arts and Letters
- College of Arts and Sciences, E2578
- Governors State University, 1 University Parkway, University Park, IL 60484
- 708.534.4101
- casinfo@govst.edu