Programs
Student studying in common area at the Lamar Dodd School of Art. (Photo/Sidney Chansamone, sid.chansa@gmail.com)
Undergraduate Programs
The Lamar Dodd School of Art offers undergraduate degrees in various disciplines of the visual arts and design, with BFA concentrations in eleven different studio areas and art education, BA degrees in both art history and interdisciplinary arts, and minors in both art history and studio art.
Graduate Programs
Housed within a tier-one research university located approximately 70 miles east of Atlanta, the Lamar Dodd School of Art is a nationally ranked art school offering degrees in the fields of Art, Art Education, Art History, and Design.
UGA School of Art Graduate students are generously accommodated within a variety of dedicated studio and research spaces in state-of-the-art facilities, and form a tight knit, vibrant community enhanced exhibitions and a robust visiting artist and scholar lecture series.
Community Programs
The Lamar Dodd School of Art engages the community through programs for learners of all ages. The UGA Community Art School offers adults hands-on studio instruction with UGA faculty, while the Summer Art Camp provides youth six weeks of creative exploration each June and July, with both day and residential options. The Athens Art Book Fair, held during AthFest, highlights local and regional artists and publishers, celebrating Athens’ vibrant creative culture.
Last updated: September 23, 2025