BFA Fine Arts at George Washington University

Programme overview

In George Washington University's Fine Arts program, students discover their own creative direction through foundational coursework and exposure to diverse creative practices and experiences, rather than through directives for specific artistic aesthetic. Students are encouraged to develop their own artistic direction through studio practices, an experienced faculty, and the inspiration of Washington, DC's, vibrant cultural life and renowned galleries and museums.

Faculty: Columbian College of Arts and Sciences | Department: Corcoran School of the Arts and Design | Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

The general requirements stated under Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, Undergraduate Programs. 9 credits in introductory studio electives, selected from the following: 9 credits in studio electives taken from at the 1000 level or above, selected from studio areas CGD, CIXD, CMUS, CORX, CPJ, CSA, and CTAD. 9 credits in studio arts electives taken at the 2000 to 4000 levels, selected from studio areas CORX, CPJ, or CSA. 3 credits in cross-disciplinary studio electives, selected from the following: 3 credits in

Career pathways

Some program graduates continue practicing as independent artists.

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Application information

Entry requirements

University/college-level admission (applies to all majors): For information about the admission process, including deadlines, visit the Office of Undergraduate Admissions website. Applications can be submitted via the Common Application. For questions visit undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/contact-us.

USD 72,000 a year (2026-27). Full-time main campus undergraduate tuition for students entering in 2026-27 in the Columbian College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, Elliott School, Milken Institute School of Public Health or School of Engineering and Applied Science (12-18 cr Source

First-year students enter in the fall semester; transfer applications are accepted for fall and spring admission.

Early Decision I deadline is November 1 and Early Decision II is January 5 (both binding); the Regular Decision deadline is January 5. Applications use the Common Application. Transfer applications are due April 15 for fall and October 1 for spring. Testing is optional (SAT or ACT), except for BA/MD, homeschooled and narrative-evaluation applicants. BFA applicants (except Interior Architecture) submit a portfolio of 10 to 15 works through SlideRoom. The application fee is $80.

International applicants whose first language is not English submit TOEFL (minimum 90), IELTS (minimum 6.5) or PTE Academic scores.

Apply through the official page: https://undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu/

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