Newly admitted students begin in our Creative Orientation/Research + Experimentation (CO/RE) program, a year-long introduction to forms, methods, media, and concepts crucial to your future academic and professional success. The program is designed to build a community of peers across disciplines and prepare you to study within your major.

All students must complete CO/RE studio requirements by the end of the third academic year. Those deficient in CO/RE studio courses will not be permitted to begin the senior project course(s). Completion of the Safety Labs are required for use of CIA facilities and equipment. Failure to complete the Safety Labs may result in a registration hold.

Required Courses

CORE 100 Core I Topics (take twice with unique topics) 6 credits
CORE 100L Safety Lab I 0 credits
CORE 125 Field Guide 3 credits
CORE 150 Labs  3 credits
CORE 175 Co/Lab 3 credits
CORE 200 Core II Topics 3 credits
CORE 300 Core III Topics 3 credits