The Art Department is committed to the value of the arts to all academic studies and
offers courses for both majors and non-majors. Students who intend to transfer should
be aware that they may be required to present a portfolio of work. Your advisor can
provide guidance for you to prepare the portfolio. Students who take courses in the
department have the opportunity for their work to be featured in the Skagit Valley
College Annual Juried Student Exhibition. Students can also receive credit for working
with arts programs and organizations in the community.
Sample Career Options
This degree is intended to prepare students to transfer to Washington State University
with junior standing with most of the prerequisites for an art major completed. This
degree partially fulfills the general education requirements (GERs) for four-year
transfer. You may need to take additional GERs at WSU. Completion of the AVA does
not guarantee admission as an art major with junior standing. Admission into the WSU
Art department is competitive. A competitive GPA and a quality portfolio are essential
to compete for admission into the major. Students are strongly advised to select and
plan courses with their Art department advisor.
The Associates of Visual Arts, AVA, degree transfers to Washington State University under an articulation agreement.
The information above reflects the 2024-2025 course catalog and is subject to change. Please check with your advisor for the most
up to date information.
