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Fine Arts, B.F.A.


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(no minor required)
(120 minimum credit hours required)

Acceptance to this program is competitive and the applicant is expected to demonstrate creative ability with potential in the visual arts. If denied admittance into the program, the student may reapply the following spring.

Eligibility for B.F.A. Admissions:

  • Successful completion of three semesters of course work (minimum 24 credit hours in Art) with a 3.0 G.P.A. in all art courses taken.
  • Successful completion of the following core art courses: 101, 103, 107 and 204.
  • Applicants must obtain sponsorship from a full-time faculty member.
  • Students must submit their portfolio, B.F.A. statement, unofficial transcripts, and application form to the Expressive Arts Office by 12:00 noon the second Thursday in February.
    Portfolio: (20) images on a CD, DVD, USB flash drive and a corresponding list identifying the art work.
    B.F.A. Statement: (one page) B.F.A. goals and art philosophy
    Application Form: with specific application instructions - available through the Expressive Arts Office

University Requirements


  • General Education  Credit Hours: 31
  • Service Learning Credit Hours: 3
  • Upper Division Credit Hours: 42
  • Writing Intensive Credit Hours: 9

Fine Arts Core Requirements


Art & Design Core Requirements


Art & Design Credit Hours 24


ART Studio Courses


  • ART ___ - Art Studio Courses Credit Hours: 36

Art Studio Credit Hours 36


Art History


(select 12 credit hours minimum from the following courses:)

Art History Credit Hours 12


B.F.A. Specific Requirements


B.F.A. Specific Credit Hours 7


Total B.F.A. Core Requirements 79


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