BFA Art at University of Nevada, Reno

Programme overview

Students explore a wide range of disciplines and mediums, including art history, ceramics, digital and time-based media, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture while developing a unique artistic voice. While both the B.A. And BFA offer opportunities for creative exploration, the BFA is intended to prepare students to pursue graduate-level study or work as professional practicing artists.

Study mode: full-time | Location: Reno, NV, United States

Career pathways

A bachelor's degree in art provides knowledge and experience useful for many different career choices, including: Museum and gallery professionals (curators, registrars, preparators, educators)

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Application information

Entry requirements

University-level freshman admission (not programme-specific): minimum 3.0 weighted academic GPA in core courses; high school coursework of 4 units English, 3 units math (Algebra I or higher), 3 units natural science and 3 units social science; SAT/ACT scores optional. Some majors and colleges set additional direct-entry or progression requirements.

Domestic applicants: USD 9,383 a year (2026-27). Undergraduate base tuition for Nevada residents, 2026-27, based on 30 credits across fall and spring at $312.75 per credit; applies to all undergraduate programmes (university-wide rate band); excludes mandatory student fees ($1,696), differential fees (e Source

First-year entry terms: Spring 2027 and Fall 2027.

First-year applications opened August 1, 2026. Early Action deadline for Fall 2027 is November 15, 2026; final deadline for Fall 2027 is April 7, 2027; final deadline for Spring 2027 is December 15, 2026. Scholarship and financial aid deadline is February 15, 2027. SAT/ACT scores are optional for admission. Domestic first-year applicants pay no application fee; international undergraduate applicants pay $95. Apply through the university admissions portal (admissions.unr.edu) or the Common App.

Apply through the official page: https://www.unr.edu/apply

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