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College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareThis major focuses on the skills necessary to create artwork, think critically, and gain experience in a broad range of topics. The goal is to prepare students as innovative artists and as global citizens. You’ll navigate a dynamic curriculum that is responsive to current trends in art, culture, and creativity. You'll concentrate in one of eight areas:
The BFA experience culminates in two capstone courses from which you'll develop a thesis paper to create a narrative of your research and artistic projects. A finished portfolio of visual work will show your material and expressive abilities.
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
4.2 years to degree
92% first-year retention rate
66% four-year graduation rate
77% six-year graduation rate
Tuition has not yet been determined for this program.