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Master of Art Therapy
Dominican University of California
- San Rafael, United States
- 3, 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy at Lewis University focused on art therapy foundations.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Art Therapy. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in arts
- Design and media.
Career outcomes
- Designer
- Creative Producer
- Content Creator
- Communications Officer
- Creative Project Coordinator
Curriculum
- Pre-professional degree combining studio art (2-D and 3-D design
- Digital photography
- Art history) with psychology (abnormal psychology
- Lifespan development
- Psychotherapeutic techniques)
- Introduction to art therapy
- Research methods and a senior project and seminar.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree (foreign degrees need NACES
- AICE
- TEC or WES evaluation
- Three-year Indian degrees via WES) plus programme prerequisites
- Each programme sets its own deadlines and requirements
- GRE/GMAT generally not required
- English proof as on the international admissions page.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (foreign degrees need a US-equivalency credential evaluation from a NACES/AICE member, TEC or WES; three-year Indian degrees must be evaluated by WES) plus programme prerequisites; passport copy and Certification of Finance
Language tests
- TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.5
- PTE Academic 53
- Duolingo 105
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- Portfolio of relevant work
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the Art Therapy admission requirements at Dominican University of California. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Prepare and upload a relevant portfolio. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,802, $16,410 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | San Rafael Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Liberal Arts and Education |
| Department | Art Therapy Psychology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 63,30 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3, 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $24,802, $16,410 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $23,353 USD.
Accepted language tests: TOEFL iBT 80, IELTS 6.5, PTE Academic 53, Duolingo 105, IELTS Academic 6.5. A portfolio is required. An interview is required.