Try the University's search engine. The B.A. program provides instruction in the visual arts by emphasizing the development of visual awareness and expression through hands-on involvement in the creative process. In the introductory studio courses, students become familiar with the various materials and concepts used to understand the nature of the visual language. Students then choose additional courses from such areas as drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, electronic art, photography, sculpture, papermaking and book arts, and the critical theory of art. The B.F.A. is a selective art program providing in-depth instruction in the visual arts through a high concentration of coursework in the Department of Art.
Admission is based on portfolio evaluation.
The B.F.A. is oriented toward professional practice or admission to a master's degree program. B.A. Degree Requirements Students must complete at least 120 credits to graduate, including at least 39 credits in the major. Majors have the opportunity to concentrate in a media if they choose, or they may diversify their interests in the visual arts by expanding on the broad based core requirements at the upper level. Only grades of C- or above will apply to the major. All courses from the Department of Art History may apply to the art history requirement in the major.