Studio Art (BFA)
College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareWhat is Studio Art (BFA)?
This 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:
- Fashion
- Illustration
- Interdisciplinary Practice
- New Media
- Painting
- Photography
- Printmaking
- Sculpture
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.
Career Options
- Gallery work
- Museum work
- Studio art
- Art criticism
- Community media advocacy
Post-Graduation Success1
86% employed or continuing education
45% employed after graduation
41% attending graduate school
Insufficient survey data is available for average starting annual income.
Sample employer destinations: The Walt Disney Company, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Illinois Student Assistance Commission, Urbana Middle School, Glenbard Township High School District 87, Esperanza Community Services, Urban Zen, Caravel Autism Health, Helena Wang View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign View All
Review Criteria
First-Year Major-Specific Criteria
- Strong talent review (audition or portfolio)
Transfer Criteria
Transfer HandbookGraduation & Retention2
4.2 years to degree
100% returned for second year
68% graduated within 4 years
85% graduated within 6 years
Annual Program Costs3
Tuition has not yet been determined for this program.
