The studios are roomy and give artists the freedom to work on their own, while still benefiting from the guidance of faculty and peers. UMass Dartmouth is home to several galleries and exhibition areas that feature the works of students throughout the year. Students also routinely exhibit at galleries in neighboring communities. Whether it be for a design or writing project, for a course in electronic imaging, or for grading assignments, computers are extremely useful for art education students. At UMass Dartmouth, more than 200 computer workstations are available to students, and there is access to several computer networks.
Basic training is provided by the university at no charge to students.
Each year, students have the opportunity to enter their work into the UMass Dartmouth Scholarship Art Auction. People from the community bid on creative works, and the event provides exposure to fledgling artists. An active Visiting Artist Program brings well-known artists to the university on a regular basis to discuss their work, conduct workshops, and explore developments in the art world.