The mission of the department of art & design department is to provide real-world training set within a liberal arts-based curriculum.

Striking a balance between cutting-edge technology and the foundations of design, drawing, illustration and painting affords diversity of skill invaluable in the marketplace. The art & design department prepares students to become artists and designers who are knowledgeable, educated, compassionate and responsive to social and civic obligations in an ever-changing world. Sacred Heart’s ideal location––near New York City and within the world-class design community of Fairfield County––provides students with unprecedented support and inspiration.

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