A student wearing an apron sits as she spins a pot on the pottery wheel.

Ceramics

Part of: Art & Design Department

Offered as: Major Emphasis

Degree: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art

Related Areas of Study: Art, Graphic Design, Jewelry, Painting

Part of: Art & Design Department

Offered as: Major Emphasis

Degree: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art

Related Areas of Study: Art, Graphic Design, Jewelry, Painting

Experiment with new forms of artistic expression.

The Ceramics Emphasis will teach you about technical and conceptual issues, incorporating both traditional and contemporary techniques. In the ceramics program at Western Colorado University, you’ll discover that clay sculpture and studio pottery-making can be a springboard for new forms of artistic expression and contemporary image-making. You’ll also have the unique opportunity to display your artwork in numerous shows, exhibits, convocations and galas on campus and in the community.

At Western, you’ll master your technique in the ceramics program with outstanding clay facilities with a variety of wheels, clays, glazes, and hands-on assistance from expert faculty, which will give you a comprehensive understanding of materials and processes. The Art & Design Department will also provide you with extensive sculpture process equipment, kilns (including salt and raku) and separate facilities for electric and reduction firing, enabling students’ work to reach professional standards.

Ceramics Requirements

Emphasis

A major emphasis dives deeper into a specific interest within your major. It allows you to focus on a particular area of study, replacing the need for a separate minor. By tailoring your coursework, a major emphasis equips you with specialized knowledge and skills to better prepare you for career opportunities or advanced studies in your chosen field. 

Scholarships

Scholarships by Department

The Western Colorado Foundation offers scholarships specifically for this program. Explore eligibility requirements and funding opportunities.

General Western Scholarships

Western Colorado University offers merit—and need-based scholarships, recognizing achievement, financial need, and special talents.

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Top Skills

Drawing
Effective Communication
Historical Knowledge
Innovative and Creative Thinking
Kiln Operation
Problem Solving

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Career Pathways

Art Teacher
Ceramicist
Craft Artist
Freelance Artist
Production Designer
Visual Artist

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Western Colorado University
Quigley Hall 202
1 Western Way
Gunnison, CO 81231

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