Photography Minor Undergraduate

Push the boundaries of your creative lens at one of the nation’s best institutions for photography.

Major in Photojournalism     |     Major or Minor in Fine Art

At the Corcoran, we recognize the critical importance of the photographic image in contemporary society while establishing photography’s historical context within art. The Studio Arts program offers a minor in photography for undergraduate students. In this program, students will develop visual sensitivity and familiarity with principles, concepts, media and formats in the various forms and uses of photography. They will become familiar with the works and intentions of major photographers and movements of the past and present across global contexts.

Taught by faculty mentors who are practicing artists and professional photojournalists, the program requires a core of photography courses but allows plenty of flexibility for electives so that students can tailor their studies to their interests. Students who focus on photojournalism will be in courses that stress the importance of legal, ethical and economic challenges of the profession. Through the direction and insight of our faculty — who are practicing artists and professional photojournalists themselves — and visiting artists, our students experience firsthand how photography can be a vehicle for creative expression and an agent for change. With the program’s interdisciplinary approach to contemporary photographic practices, students are encouraged to extend themselves beyond their comfort zones, redefine practices and prepare for creative pursuits after graduation.

Interested in declaring a minor?

Email Professor Eich, the photography minor undergraduate advisor, at [email protected]. Information about how to declare a minor is also available here.

PROSPECTIVE STUDENTS