Contact
Michael Cripps
Director, School of Arts and Humanities
mcripps@une.edu
Michael Burman
Director, School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
mburman@une.edu
Minor Description
The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences and the School of Arts and Humanities jointly offer a Minor in Art Therapy.
Art therapy is a rapidly growing field driven by increasing awareness of the importance of mental health and the demand for diverse therapeutic modalities. Combining principles of psychology, art, and creative processes, art therapy promotes healing and overall well-being for individuals facing mental and physical challenges.
The minor provides a basic foundation for continued study or for work in community art programs and organizations where art is used as part of the therapeutic process.
The permission of the Director or their designee in either the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences or the School of Arts and Humanities is required.
Curricular Requirements
A student with GPA of at least 2.25 and a major at UNE may minor in Art Therapy with the approval of the Director of the School of Art and Humanities or the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Declarations must occur prior to the completion of the first semester of the junior year. Major programs of study with greater than 50% course overlap with Art Therapy minor requirements will not be allowed.
The minor in Art Therapy requires a total of twenty-one (21) credits (twelve (12) from Psychology and nine (9) from the Arts) with a minimum grade of C- in each course.
| Program Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSY 105 – Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 205 – Abnormal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY 410 – Theories, Research, and Practice of Counseling | 3 |
| PSY 430 – Introduction to Art Therapy | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
| Select Three (3) Courses From the Following | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 101 – Watercolor | 3 |
| ART 102 – Photography | 3 |
| ART 104 – Painting I | 3 |
| ART 105 – Elements of Acting | 3 |
| ART 106 – Two-Dimensional Design | 3 |
| ART 110 – Ceramics | 3 |
| ART 113 – Three-Dimensional Fundamentals | 3 |
| ART 114 – Printmaking | 3 |
| ART 118 – Drawing and Design Fundamentals | 3 |
| ART 124 – The Painted Book | 3 |
| ART 199 – Topics Courses (any media) | 3 |
| ART 214 – Color Digital Photography | 3 |
| ART 234 – Digital Animation | 3 |
| MUS 150 – African Drumming Ensemble | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 21 |
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Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.
In the event that the above courses have been taken to fulfill requirements for the Art Education Major or an Art Minor, students will be required to take nine (9) credits from the following options:
| Alternate Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| ART 102 – Photography | 3 |
| ART 114 – Printmaking | 3 |
| ART 199 – Art Topics Course | 3 |
| ART 214 – Digital Photography | 3 |
| ART 230 – Graphic Design | 3 |
Transfer Credit
Courses completed at another accredited college can be transferred to this degree program. Transferred courses must be reasonably close in scope and content to the required courses offered at UNE in order to count as exact equivalents. Otherwise, they may transfer as general electives.
All courses completed must be no older than five (5) years.
Other restrictions apply.
See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.
Admissions
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Financial Information
Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and housing. For more information regarding tuition and fees, please consult the Financial Information section of this catalog.
Notice and Responsibilities Regarding this Catalog
This catalog outlines the academic programs, degree criteria, policies, and events of the University of New England for the 2025–2026 academic year and serves as the official guide for academic and program requirements for students enrolling at the University during the Summer of 2025, Fall 2025, and Spring 2026 semesters.
The information provided is accurate as of its publication date on April 30, 2025.
The University of New England reserves the right to modify its programs, calendar, or academic schedule as deemed necessary or beneficial. This includes alterations to course content, class rescheduling, cancellations, or any other academic adjustments. Changes will be communicated as promptly as possible.
While students may receive guidance from academic advisors or program directors, they remain responsible for fulfilling the requirements outlined in the catalog relevant to their enrollment year and for staying informed about any updates to policies, provisions, or requirements.