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Online Art Course FAS-110: Introductory Drawing

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Course cost $1,026

Learning style 100% online

Term length 8 weeks

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There are lots of advantages to taking a single course. Whether you want to grow in your current career, prepare yourself for a new one or get one step closer to a college degree, an individual course is a great way to get started.

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Not only is a single course low-commitment, but it’s a fast way to gain skills and college credits while exploring what it’s like to take courses at SNHU.

Upskill for Your Career

SNHU courses focus on real-world, career-focused skills that you can use immediately in the workplace or to help prepare you to advance in the field.

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Course credits may be transferred to a degree program at SNHU or another university, depending on your university’s transfer policy.

FAS-110: Introductory Drawing Online art class built for your success

Brush up your technical skills in still life, figurative and abstract drawing. FAS-110: Introductory Drawing at SNHU is a great course for budding artists looking to gain confidence in fundamental areas of drawing. Here, you'll learn how to draw from both observation and imagination while using a variety of media, like charcoal, pencil, oil pastels and watercolor.

Skills you'll learn

  • Technical and conceptual drawing techniques
  • Applications of various mediums
  • Use of volume, texture and perspective
  • Sketchbook maintenance and artistic goal setting

Highly Recommended

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258 students who took this course in 2024 were surveyed and rated it 8.5 out of 10 stars.

What SNHU students are saying

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The courses challenged me to be creative. Each class was fun and engaging with great insight from teachers.
Susana Ellis '20
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Career-focused curriculum

Develop your drawing skills while earning college credit. In this 8-week online art course, you'll study foundational drawing elements, including abstraction, color, perspective, value and volume. Through drawing assignments, reflections, discussion posts and critiques, you'll build your artistic abilities while connecting with peers. By the end of the class, you'll have a sketchbook and digital portfolio that demonstrate your developing drawing skills.

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Our no-commitment application can help you decide if SNHU is the right college for you and your career goals. Apply up until 2 days before the term starts!

Upcoming term starts: March 2, 2026 | May 4, 2026

Next class starts:
January 5, 2026

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College that fits your life

With no set class times and 24/7 access to the online classroom, you can learn on your schedule. Learn more about what it's like to take a class at SNHU.

Online Classroom

What does an online course look like?

You’ll take your courses within SNHU’s Brightspace platform. This is where you’ll find your:

  • Schedule of weekly assignments
  • Discussion boards
  • Grades
  • Instructor announcements
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Designed and taught by passionate art professionals

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This drawing course is a great way to enhance your observation skills at any level, experimenting with graphite, charcoal, pastel and watercolor pencils. The growth is visible throughout the weeks, as you create sketches and projects that will enhance your artistic skills.
Doris Araujo, Adjuct Faculty

What's next See where a single course can take you

Catch Up or Get Ahead

Online courses can help lighten the course load required by your degree program at SNHU or another university.

Transfer Your Credits

Credits you earn can transfer to SNHU degree programs, or to another university, depending on their transfer policy.

Upskill for Career Moves

For moving up the ladder or changing fields entirely, new skills can help make you more marketable.

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Accreditations

SNHU is accredited by the regional accreditor the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). The university also carries specialized accreditations for some programs.

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Tuition & Fees

Tuition rates for SNHU's online courses are among the lowest in the nation.

Student
Cost per credit
Cost per course
Credits Earned
Online Undergraduate
$342
$1,026
3

Tuition rates are subject to change and are reviewed annually.

Please note: Books and materials are not included in the above costs. Federal Financial Aid is not available, but you can use employer tuition benefits or tuition reimbursement if available to you. Contact your employer benefits manager to see if you have funds available, or talk to our admission team to learn about payment options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Whether you're looking for free tips and tricks to develop your craft or expert instruction from renowned artists, you can definitely learn art online. If you want to build art skills while earning college credit, Southern New Hampshire University offers online art courses in areas like drawing, illustration, photography, film and graphic design.

Not all online art courses are created equally, and whether one is worth it to you requires individual assessment. If the online art course can help you accomplish your goals while fitting your budget and schedule, you may consider it worth the investment of your time and money.

If you're worried about the online aspect of learning about art, know that there are different ways to learn art online. Some courses may be totally self-taught, relying on you to assess your own growth. Others will have instructors who can help guide and train you through real-time feedback or written critique. These classes might be remote with set class times where you meet with your instructor and peers via video. Or they could be completely asynchronous, meaning you learn when you want and submit assignments for grading.

Southern New Hampshire University offers affordable asynchronous art courses online. In Introductory Drawing, you'll take photos of your artwork and submit them for review. Your instructor will provide feedback on each of your works, helping you develop your artistic skills and build a portfolio. Even better? You'll earn college credit for completing the course.

Learn more about what asynchronous learning is.

Picking the right online art class depends on a few factors. Here's what you should consider when choosing an online art class:

  1. Your goals. Is this class for your own personal growth or a passion project? Or maybe it's more serious — like you want to earn college credit or make a career out of art. This question will help you choose the right class for you.
  2. Your budget. The cost of online art classes (as well as the quality) vary greatly. You might be able to find free courses, but depending on your goals, they might not lead to outcomes you are looking for.
  3. Your schedule. Some courses might make you meet in virtual classrooms at specified times. Some might last for a few weeks while others might last for a few months. When you're doing your research, consider how much time you're willing to commit to your online art course.

Southern New Hampshire University offers art courses you can complete 100% online, without the hassle of set class times. In these online art courses, you'll develop your artistry by completing assignments, interacting with peers and receiving critique from real art instructors. Tuition for an 8-week course is just $1,026, and you'll earn 3 college credits upon completion. Plus, those credits can be applied toward SNHU's online bachelor's in graphic design, if that's your eventual goal.

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