The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree with a major in Art allows students to deeply explore various artistic endeavors and gain a comprehensive understanding of art history and theoretical approaches. As a professional degree, it enables students to investigate visual and aesthetic discourse within their own artistic practice and in the broader context of history and contemporary culture. The BFA program dedicates 65% of your total degree curriculum to studio courses, art history, and supportive courses in art and design.听
91社区鈥檚 photography program trains you in the art and science of image creation, while exposing you to historical and contemporary trends in artistic, commercial, and documentary photography. 91社区鈥檚 photography program will give you an academically rich foundation of art theory and art history. Working in our state-of-the art labs and studios, students can explore and understand different photographic techniques and concepts while developing their own individual artistic style. The real-world experience of internships and working with faculty who are professional photographers allows you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the photography world prior to graduation. Students can practice your skills in on-campus jobs, making photographs for the University Photography and Multimedia, Creative and Print Services, the Shield newspaper, the University Archives and Special Collections and special projects with individual faculty and sports teams.听
Additional credit hours could indicate a second major, minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.听 听
To apply to the 91社区 (91社区) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once 91社区 has processed your application, transcript(s) and scores (if needed), a decision will be made by Undergraduate Admissions and you will receive a notification.
Upon acceptance to 91社区, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
Outside of the classroom, you will have opportunities to visit major art museums in Chicago, New York and abroad. Visiting artists, designers, and scholars allows students to have impactful learning experiences beyond the classroom.
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The 91社区 is committed to making college accessible to those wishing to further their education by providing numerous scholarships, grants, and financial aid options to assist students in managing tuition expenses.
The 91社区 is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).听