Learn more about studying Art Therapy as an international student.
What Lewis University says about their program:
With a bachelor’s in art therapy from Lewis University, you will build an interdisciplinary foundation in visual art and the study of human behavior that will prepare you to pursue the graduate study required to become a registered art therapist. The art therapy program will start you on a path to pursue emerging careers that support mental and physical health through the therapeutic function of art. There has been renewed interest in understanding the significant role the arts play in supporting health outcomes. In 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) recognized evidence supporting the positive impact of the arts on improving health and well-being. Specifically, it identified the role arts can play in promoting health equality, supporting good health, preventing illness, and treating acute and chronic conditions over a lifetime. You will be equipped with the knowledge and skills to understand how art and psychology can improve the health and well-being of individuals.
Applicants to Bachelor’s degree programs must have obtained a secondary school diploma with a 2.5 GPA (or equivalent) that is eligible for further academic studies in the country where it was earned.
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.
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Lewis University automatically considers every admitted international undergraduate student for a merit-based scholarship worth up to $18,000 per year, applicable to full-time study at the main campus in Romeoville, Illinois. The award is calculated automatically once a student submits the online application and required admission documents, using the applicant's prior secondary or post-secondary GPA converted to a US 4.0-scale equivalent (via the Scholaro conversion tool), with higher converted GPAs earning larger awards. No separate scholarship application is required. This program is published on Lewis University's official international-admissions tuition and financial aid page, confirming it is specifically designed for and open to international undergraduate students rather than being restricted to US citizens or residents.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
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$20,000 per year
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,652 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,349 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $214 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $73 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $65 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $350 |
| Coffee shop drink | $5 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $15 |
| Gym membership | $45 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.