School of Art + Design
At NAU’s School of Art + Design, you’ll explore bold ideas, refine your technique, and build a creative practice rooted in curiosity, innovation, and impact.
NAU houses one of only three Tozan wood-fired kilns in the world
2025 Epic Games Unreal Engine Academic Partner
Find your artistic voice in a place that inspires. At NAU’s School of Art + Design, you’ll be part of a vibrant creative community where experimentation is encouraged and expression is limitless. Surrounded by the natural beauty of Flagstaff, you’ll grow as a visual thinker and problem solver, ready to shape the world through art and design.
Our Interior Design program is available at in Flagstaff and Scottsdale campuses and is accredited by the Council of Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA).
Studio spaces that support your vision
Create in spaces built for exploration and expression. From digital labs to printmaking studios to our rare Tozan wood-fired kiln, one of only three in the world, NAU’s facilities give you the tools to push your work further. Share your art with the campus and community through exhibitions at the Beasley Art Gallery and student showcases.
Connect and create with your community
Build your network and find inspiration alongside peers who are just as passionate as you are. NAU students in the School of Art + Design can join clubs and professional organizations that support creative growth and leadership including:
- National Art Education Association (NAU Student Chapter)
- Arizona Art Education Association
- Taskstream
- American Society of Interior Designers
- Art History Society
- Art Student Association
Whether you're curating exhibitions, collaborating on public art, or building a professional portfolio, you'll do it in community at NAU's School of Art + Design.
Faculty who support and mentor
Work closely with faculty who are here to help you sharpen your skills and express your unique artistic voice. From studio work to critiques, they’ll support your growth as a creator, thinker, and professional. Meet the artists and designers who’ll help shape your journey.
Take the next step
School of Art and Design undergraduate degrees
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Take the first step toward a future in art and design. Whether you're interested in fine arts, interior design, or art education, our programs will help you build your skills, find your voice, and connect with a supportive creative community.
Support the next generation of creatives
Your gift helps students pursue their creative passions and turn their artistic vision into reality. Donations directly support scholarships, equipment, and opportunities that empower students to grow as artists, designers, and changemakers.