Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts

The Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts at Washington University is a top-ranked program in design and architecture education. We advance our fields through creative research and teaching and a world-class university art museum. Our faculty are also deeply committed to promoting social and environmental justice. In collaboration with our alumni and students, we work toward a more just, sustainable, and humane world. The College of Art offers BFA, MFA, and MArch degree programs in design and art. Our faculty, students, and staff tackle complex problems with creativity, rigor, and imagination. Our large studios and maker spaces are equipped with state-of-the-art tools and resources. Visit the faculty section to explore the diverse range of disciplines in which our faculty are engaged. Our faculty are scholars, artists, makers, and scientists — here, they're invested in what they do, and they are driven to innovate and create. From research on material culture, race, and politics to civic design, they're working on the front lines of the world's most pressing issues. These engaged teachers are ready and willing to work with you, helping you hone your practice and expand your horizons.