I transferred to Marywood in the fall of 2018. I felt so out of place at my old school but was immediately welcomed to Marywood’s campus and the art department. I cho...
Pursuing study in 3-Dimensional Studio Arts combines the disciplines of Sculpture and Ceramics, suitable for the student who wishes to embark on a creative career path that explores both 3D art forms. This track, which leads to a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, also includes courses in Digital Design, Drawing, Art History, and Painting, along with 3D Studio Electives, so students can truly shape the kind of degree program they want in pursuit of a career as a professional artist.
Students will get a foundation in 3D design with a focus on the clay medium, as well as a thorough examination of 3D forms and space that emphasize traditional and highly technical skills found in the study of sculpture. Courses demand a high level of creativity and professionalism.
Students will have access to modern, beautiful facilities that allow them to tap into their creativity. Marywood's fully equipped ceramics studio features personal workspaces and is equipped with kickwheels, electric wheels, a slab roller, a clay extruder, a clay mixer. It's accessible seven days a week, from morning to evening, to all enrolled students. Our metalworking facilities, in particular, are highly developed and include a state-of-the-art physical plant. Our foundry is equipped for bronze and aluminum casting, resin bonded sand, and investment mold making.
Rigorous program, demanding a high level of creativity
A comprehensive study of 3D art forms
Fully equipped studio facilities
Marywood has a blog called Where Creativity Works where art students share tips, artwork, blog writings and more to expand their disciplines and exposure.
Marywood University has five gallery spaces on campus that provide students with hands-on learning experiences. These galleries offer opportunities to participate in art shows and showcases, allowing students to display their work, gain practical experience in exhibition processes, and connect with the artistic community. This helps foster both creative growth and professional development.
Marywood is ranked #14 Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges rankings for 2026, making Marywood a great, centrally located option for students in Northeastern Pennsylvania who want to stay closer to home.
I transferred to Marywood in the fall of 2018. I felt so out of place at my old school but was immediately welcomed to Marywood’s campus and the art department. I cho...
Explore the vibrant community and endless opportunities that await you at Marywood. Attend one of our special events designed specially for you to learn more about Marywood's degree programs, dedicated faculty, and welcoming campus.
Marywood University hosts three academic Centers of Excellence on campus; The Center for Law, Justice and Policy, The Center for Urban Studies, and The Mother Theresa Maxis, IHM Center. Each center provides students with the tools and resources to excel in their academic endeavors, fostering a dynamic environment where they can engage deeply with their respective fields of study and make meaningful contributions to their communities and beyond.
Marywood University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSHE).
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in 3-Dimensional Studio Arts is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS / Association of Arts Administration Educators / College Art Association / National Art Education Association / Pennsylvania Art Education Association / Society of Illustrators
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