Dr. Jorge Lucero

Professor

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Biography

Artist Jorge Lucero is the Anthony J. Petullo Professor of Art Education at the University of Illinois, where he has served as the Senior Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs in the College of Fine and Applied Arts. With over eight years of experience, he has developed the Art Education Program and has a notable history of teaching art and art history in the Chicago Public Schools, notably at Northside College Prep. His multifaceted career includes performing, publishing, lecturing, and exhibiting both nationally and internationally. In 2023, he was recognized as the National Art Education Association’s Higher Ed Educator of the Year for his impactful contributions to the field. Lucero's academic journey includes studies at Pennsylvania State University and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. He actively engages with the art education community through his personal website, jorgelucero.com, promoting various artistic and educational initiatives.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for admission to all graduate programs in Statistics. Full status admission requires higher language scores than limited status.