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BFA Studio Art Most Recent Edition

Published August 9, 2019

Sophia Baldwin (BFA 2019). From the the 27th annual University Student Exhibition, Atlantic Center for the Arts

Degree Information

Elton Burgest (BFA 2018), “By Standard,” Digital, 2018

As a top tier art program housed in a major research I university, the Department of Art is able to offer an exceptional range of opportunities for undergraduates typically not available at smaller institutions. In addition to an interdisciplinary curriculum, the Department offers focus areas in ceramics, design, digital and electronic art, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and photography.

Acceptance into the BFA in Studio Art is gained through an application and selection process. It is a 120-credit hour limited access program that offers students an intensive studio art environment, theoretical knowledge, and professional skills. The BFA degree in visual art requires that at least 65 percent, or two thirds, of the total course credit for the degree be taken in the creation and study of art and design, and that it is supported by general study in the liberal arts. Our unique program offers specialized coursework, 24/7 access to art studios at The Carnaghi Arts Building (CAB), opportunities for gallery exhibition in the BFA-run Phyllis Straus Gallery, faculty review of artworks, and access to the Lightbox a photographic lighting studio and BFA computer labs. Additionally, graduating BFA seniors submit upon acceptance to exhibit their thesis work at Florida State University’s Museum of Fine Arts.

Our BFA shares FSU’s mission as a research university cultivating excellence through creative scholarship and innovation in the arts.

FOR CURRENTLY ENROLLED BA’s APPLYING FALL 2019 ONLY

Apply this Fall for spring 2020 Admission ONLY


Application Information

Important Dates and Times

PREPARING FOR REVIEW:

Tuesday Sept 24th: Information session @ from 6pm to 7pm in ATL (Art Teaching Lab)
Tuesday, Oct 1: Tour of BFA Studios and Informal Portfolio Review/Critique with BFA students @ Phyllis Straus Gallery in CAB, from 7pm to 9pm (or until done).
Completing the application: Ask Faculty to meet just before or just after their classes to share your portfolio and seek their support.

BFA Applications Due: Thursday October 10th, 4pm to Advising: June Dollar Room 223.

Application forms are located on the cork boards outside of the Department of Art office (220 FAB); there is also a downloadable version here.

Eligibility: Application is open to all currently enrolled BA Studio Art students. Students must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a minimum 3.2 GPA in studio art courses and must have all Foundations courses completed (or completed in the semester of applying), no exceptions. It is strongly advised that students apply prior to reaching 90 hours. Any students over 90 hours should be advised by the BFA advisor before applying. Students will need attend at least three semesters in the BFA program not including summer.

Important Dates and Times for Fall 2019

PREPARING FOR REVIEW:

  • Tuesday Sept 24th: Information session @ from 6pm to 7pm in ATL (Art Teaching Lab)
  • Tuesday, Oct 1: Tour of BFA Studios and Informal Portfolio Review/Critique with BFA students @ Phyllis Straus Gallery in CAB, from 7pm to 9pm (or until done).

BFA Applications Due: Thursday October 10th, 4pm to Advising: June Dollar Room 223.

Eligibility: Application is open to all currently enrolled BA Studio Art students. Students must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a minimum 3.2 GPA in studio art courses and must have all Foundations courses completed (or completed in the semester of applying), no exceptions. It is strongly advised that students apply prior to reaching 90 hours. Any students over 90 hours should be advised by the BFA advisor before applying. Students will need attend at least three semesters in the BFA program not including summer.

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Admission Requirements

Freshman and Transfer applicants who wish to apply for the BFA Studio Art major apply through the University’s admissions portal and are required to complete a Supplemental Application when applying to the University.

Current BA Studio Art (after fall 2019) and other majors applying for BFA Studio Art are required to submit a supplemental application.

The Supplemental Application includes:

  • Portfolio: Between 15 and 20 images of your recent art work to be reviewed by faculty in the Department of Art. Your portfolio should represent your ideas, highlight your interests and conceptual abilities. It should demonstrate your technical skills and your individual expression. Include a variety of media, at least two or more of the following: drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, video, installation, ceramics, photography, digital media, typography, illustration, design work. You can include assignment-based work but we would also like to see personal work that has been initiated by you.
  • Artist Statement: An artist statement of not more that 400 words that describes your influences, your subject matter and why you work in certain mediums. Describe one of your personal artworks telling us why you made it and the decisions that led you to complete it. Don’t forget to tell us who your favorite artist/s is and why.

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Degree Requirements

Tselote Holley (BFA 2018), “Foreshadowed Deaths,” 48×60 inches, Acrylic, oil, spray paint, glitter, and paper on canvas, 2018

  • sixteen (16) credit hours in Foundations courses through course credit or faculty approval
  • thirty-six (36) credit hours in liberal studies
  • fifty-one (51) credit hours of studio art
  • twelve (12) credit hours of art history, which includes ARH2050, ARH2051

Students admitted to the BFA program are exempt from the foreign language requirement. The BFA advisor can provide additional guidance with regard to degree requirements.

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