BFA Art at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree requires thorough preparation and is intended to develop a level of competence that will enable persons who wish to pursue professional careers in art to prepare themselves for specialized graduate studies, specialized professional training, and/or immediate participation in creative work. Students enrolled in the School of Visual Arts may seek entrance into the B.F.A. program no earlier than the second semester and no later than the fourth semester.

Faculty: College of Arts and Architecture | Duration: minimum 123 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 123 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include Ideas as Visual Images, Ideas as Objects, Commentary on Art, Ancient to Medieval Art, Renaissance to Modern Art.

Career pathways

An Art major is a lifelong learner who is forever curious and captivated by the personal journey of everyday life. As you hone your artistic dispositions with working techniques and practical studio skills, you will establish your own artistic vision and voice.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entrance Procedures Students interested in pursuing Art (B.F.A) should follow the appropriate change of major or transfer application instructions found under Visual Arts at https://arts.psu.edu/how-to-apply/#specific .

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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