Connecting Through Creative Expression
Turn your passion into your profession. At Webster's Leigh Gerdine College of
Fine Arts, you'll join a vibrant community of talented students and receive individual
attention and professional guidance from expert faculty who are also active artists,
musicians and performers. Get Started Today
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The College of Fine Arts' Mission and Vision
At Webster University, we believe the arts serve as an expression of our culture's deeper values in a diverse and technologically advancing world. Through creative expression in art, dance, music and theatre, we connect with our communities in ways that evoke emotion and create a greater understanding of the timeless challenges of the human condition.
Our long-standing tradition of meaningful creative expression, combined with our commitment as a home for significant professional arts organizations, creates the artistic, academic and cultural atmosphere necessary for our students to reach their goals.
Discover Your Artistic Path
If you have a natural urge to create, perform or design, you'll find your place at Webster's Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts. From your first day, you'll be immersed in a vibrant community where passion meets purpose. Our small class sizes, personalized mentorship from active artists, and career-focused curriculum are designed to transform your talent into a thriving profession.
With over 40 undergraduate and graduate programs across our four highly regarded departments — Art, Design and Art History; Dance; Music; and the Sargent Conservatory of Theatre Arts — you can explore an extensive list of degrees, minors and certificates to find the perfect fit for your artistic goals.
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[Upbeat electronic-funk music plays]
Text on screen: Webster University Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts
[Footage of acting students on stage at the Loretto Hilton Theater]
Text on screen: Create art with a connected community.
[Footage of sculpture student chiseling a block of stone, student playing a saxophone, student making edits to a page of sheet music, student draping sheer fabric onto a mannequin dress form]
Text on screen: Gain skills to become a successful professional.
[Footage of dancers on stage, design student working on a miniature stage model, a hair and makeup student adjusting an acting student’s wig on stage during rehearsal, flipping a page of sheet music, student ensemble performing a recital, stage tech crew building a set and setting up lights]
Text on screen: Showcase work and perform in high-end facilities.
[Footage of Webster’s BFA exhibition, located in downtown St. Louis, choreographed dancers on stage with colorful lights, choir ensemble performing in an historic church]
Text on screen: Learn from industry professionals.
[Footage of Professor smiling while watching a student presentation, professor teaching and pointing to whiteboard, a dance instructor addressing a class in Webster’s dance studio, cutting a board of wood with a table saw, student painting a pattern onto a garment, student working on a storyboard on their tablet, students rehearsing dance choreography in Webster’s dance studio], acting students on stage under a spotlight, student flipping a page of sheet music, student playing piano]
Text on screen: Webster University, webster.edu/fine-arts
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Faculty and Mentorship
At Webster, you get personal, professional training from respected artists and teachers who truly love what they do. Our faculty are active professionals — accomplished artists, performers and educators — who will push, encourage and guide you to new levels in your art. They are here to help your unique talents grow and turn your natural ability into top-notch professional skills. They're not just teachers; they're mentors who help build a lively community where your creative energy can shine, giving you the focus and strength you need for a rewarding career.
Our remarkable team of teaching artists exemplifies extraordinary instruction in classrooms, studios, rehearsal halls and performance venues. They are committed to helping every student reach their highest potential.
“The unique relationship I formed with my professors is something I’ll never forget. They pushed me, encouraged me and helped me become the artist I am today.”
Lola Hennicke
BM in Jazz Performance and Composition, ’13
Each of our Fine Arts departments has additional steps as part of the admission process.
After you have submitted your application to Webster University, you may request an audition/interview time or schedule a portfolio
review.
Applying to the College of Fine Arts
Your Next Step for Admission
Life in the College of Fine Arts
Life in the College of Fine Arts goes far beyond the classroom. From day one, you’ll be immersed in a vibrant community where passion meets purpose. The relationships you build here with peers and faculty will lead to a lifelong network of peers and artists.
“Webster really takes pride in working with the pros. You make great connections, great friends and other artists who have the same goal as you.”
Gio Bakunawa
BA in Directing, ’18
College of Fine Arts Blog
Get an inside look at the life of a student artist at Webster University. Our blog features the latest news and stories about the extraordinary work of our students, faculty and alumni. From national scholarships and award-winning performances to unique professional projects and community partnerships, our blog highlights the vibrant and dynamic world of the Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts. Here, you'll find:
- Student spotlights on achievements.
- Behind-the-scenes looks at our work.
- Faculty insights and professional work.
- News about our departments and events.
