Meta-Major: Fine & Performing Arts

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Overview

EAST CENTRAL COLLEGE offers several distinct program options within the area of fine and performing arts. This meta-major allows students to explore the connections between artistic expression, design and communication in order to determine the program most suitable to their talents, interests, and career goals. Certificates, applied science degrees, studio fine arts programs and two-year associate transfer degrees are all available within the fine and performing arts field. These programs may lead to a variety of careers within the arts, educational arenas, and even business or technical sectors of the workplace.

Ultimately, a common goal of the ECC Fine and Performing Arts Meta-Major is to provide a strong foundation rooted in artistic principles, fostering a creative atmosphere fundamental to lifelong learning.

Accreditation

East Central College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
30 N. LaSalle St., Suite 2400
Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504
800-621-7440

Contacts

Division

Fine & Performing Arts
636-584-6648

Associated Programs:

Fine Art
Studio Art
Graphic Design
Multimedia Design
Music and Speech and Theatre

Suggested First Semester Schedule

The fine and performing arts programs and the suggested schedule below are intended for full-time students; however, part-time study is also available. After the first semester, students will take courses aligned with their preferred program of study. See individual fact sheets for more information.

FS 1000 - Campus Orientation Hours: 0
FS 1001 - Foundation Seminar Hours: 1
EN 1223 - English Comp I Hours: 3 * or
EN 1233 - Honors English Comp I Hours: 3 *
Mathematics Requirement Hours: 3 *
PE Requirement Hours: 1
Program Requirement Hours: 3 **
Program Requirement Hours: 3 **
Program Elective Hours: 3 **

Total Hours 17

* Curriculum listed above may be subject to change based on placement results.

** Program-specific courses vary per degree and certificate; refer to individual program fact sheets for more details.