Graduate Program

Elevate Your Artistic Vision

Welcome to the graduate programs in the Department of Art and Design at the University of Delaware. Our dynamic, interdisciplinary programs provide an immersive environment for emerging artists and designers to hone their creative talents and advance their skills to new heights. With a distinguished faculty of practicing professionals and access to state-of-the-art facilities, you'll be empowered to push the boundaries of your artistic expression. Explore new media, challenge conventional thinking, and develop a unique artistic voice that will set you apart in the competitive worlds of art and design. Join our vibrant community of graduate students and take the first step toward elevating your artistic vision.

Our graduate program

Art & Design News
  • Uncovering Hidden CAS

    September 16, 2025 | Written by CAS Communications Staff
    Discover the hidden gems of the University of Delaware’s College of Arts and Sciences, from a celestial music instrument and solar system walk to rare fashion collections, a vintage printing press, and groundbreaking conservation technology.
  • Missions to accomplish

    August 27, 2025 | Written by Adam S. Kamras and Cori Burcham
    New Fine Arts and sociology graduate students among those sharing their goals
  • New College of Arts and Sciences Leadership Roles Announced

    August 27, 2025 | Written by CAS Communication Staff
    College of Arts and Sciences dean Caleb Everett has appointed three faculty members to new roles on the College’s leadership team.

Supporting tomorrow's leaders, scholars and innovators

The University of Delaware holistically supports its graduate students, beginning with their health and wellbeing. Benefits include a subsidized health plan and physical and behavioral health services. UD fosters a culture of academic excellence, with committed faculty and staff and access to state-of-the-art research facilities and technology. UD prioritizes professional development with job training, internships and industry partnerships. Graduates further enhance their professional growth and visibility with opportunities to work on interdisciplinary research teams, present their work at conferences and publish in academic journals. Visit the links below to learn how UD is supporting society’s future leaders, scholars, and innovators.

New graduate students attending a student panel discussion as part of Graduate New Student Orientation for the Spring 2024 semester. The panel featured graduate and Ph.D students (from left): Martin Vivero, Communication Sciences & Disorders, Ph.D.; Priscila Barbosa, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Ph.D; Deborah Oyeyemi, Business Analytics & Information Management, M.S.; and Emmanuel Gyimah, Educational Technology, M.Ed. The panel was moderated by LaRuth McAfee, Senior Assistant Dean LaRuth McAfee, Ph.D.