Studio Art (BA)

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What is Studio Art (BA)?

This major focuses on the study of art, design, and art history in the context of a broader program of study. Students gain a strong education in studio art while having the flexibility to pursue studies in other areas. You will have an individual studio space housed in a communal studio building. You'll be able to work alongside other student-artists in a strong, vibrant community. A significant part of the educational experience will also occur outside of the studio. As you progress through the program, you'll establish your focus and participate in exhibitions, performances, and critiques.

Career Options

Art criticism
Art theory
Gallery work
Illustration
Sculpture
Studio art

Post-Graduation Success¹

81% employed or continuing education

60% employed after graduation

21% attending graduate school

$39,833 average starting annual income

Sample employer destinations: Olympia CUSD 16 (2), Chicago Public Schools (2), Community Consolidated School District 62 (1) View All

Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, University of Florida, University of Michigan View All

Program Resources

College of Fine & Applied Arts Degree Requirements

Review Criteria

First-Year Major-Specific Criteria

Strong talent review (audition or portfolio)

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Transfer Criteria

Transfer Handbook

Graduation & Retention²

4.2 years to degree

92% first-year retention rate

66% four-year graduation rate

77% six-year graduation rate

Annual Program Costs³

Illinois Resident

Tuition: $14,912
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,558
Total: $39,652

Non-Resident

Tuition: $37,588
Fees: $5,182
Expenses:$19,898
Total: $62,668

International

Tuition: $38,630
Fees: $5,182
Expenses: $19,898
Total: $63,710

Related Majors

Art Education (K-12) - FAA

¹ Post-graduate data was collected through the Illini Success initiative, which primarily relies on self-reported survey data sources. Statistics are aggregated from the past three years. Please note that total compensation may be greater than annual salary as other forms of compensation (e.g., signing bonus, commission, benefits) are not included. For more information on Illini Success data and methods, please visit the Illini Success website. For average wage or salary information five years after entry into an occupation, visit the Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer.

² Graduation and retention data comes from several majors within a similar interest area. Data may not yet be available for newly created programs. Years-to-degree data is only available for programs from which you can earn a degree. Retention and graduation rates are only available for programs that you can apply directly into. Retention rates reflect retention to the university, not necessarily retention within the major.

³ "Expenses" are estimated and include books, supplies, housing, and other living expenses. The exact amount you’ll pay depends on where you decide to live, the meal plan you choose, and your overall lifestyle. To learn more about costs, please visit the Office of Student Financial Aid website. To learn the average monthly student loan payment over a period of 20 years based on estimated cost, visit the Illinois College2Career website.