The arts range from writing and dance to painting and everything in between, and an Associate of Arts offers you a chance to improve your methods and gain important knowledge to pursue your dreams. These are shorter programs, usually less than two years, and credits may transfer to a bachelor’s program.

What is an Associate of Arts in Applied Arts? There are many branches of the arts, and some of them are more theoretical than others. Applied arts deals with what you can do with your hands, and these programs are designed to show you methods to hone your techniques. Coursework may include drawing, 3-D design, graphic design, computer graphics and photography. Painting, sculpting, and pottery are other areas that may be addressed.

You may be able to enhance your creative skills, incorporating tried-and-true practices with modern touches and your personal flair. Time management and business skills are also benefits you may glean from a program as you learn how to meet deadlines and market your projects.

One associate degree from an institution will cost differently than one from other institution. You should consider your budget and financial aid needs when choosing which schools to apply to, and contact those schools for more financial information.

There are plenty of jobs you can find once you finish this applied arts program. These include illustrator, multimedia artist, painter, sculptor, web designer, graphic designer, photographer, potter, animator, and art teacher. You could potentially work in publishing, advertising, marketing, product design/manufacturing, and entertainment. You may open your own art studio to house your creations or sell them as a freelance artist.

Art is what you make of it, and you should not let it rest undisturbed. Take your talents to the next level, and search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.