The university is within easy commuting distance of Dallas and Fort Worth, where major art museums, galleries, the Dallas Apparel Mart and numerous advertising and interior design businesses provide valuable resources and experiences for UNT's art students. You also should become proficient in using computers. At UNT, you will need to take courses in most of these subjects under the university core curriculum required of all undergraduates, in addition to taking courses in your major. Charting your path with academic advising You must attend an orientation for the School of Visual Arts, held at about the same time as university orientation for new students or during registration at the start of each semester. Check with the university admissions office for a schedule of freshman and transfer student orientations.
Faculty members serve as the primary advisers to students.
The School of Visual Arts Student Services Office is in the Art Building, Room 111.