The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree with a major in Art offers students the opportunity to delve deeply into various artistic practices while exploring a wide range of art historical and theoretical approaches. As a professional degree, it enables students to investigate visual and aesthetic discourse both 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.
At USI, Interactive Media Design encompasses the design of websites, games, motion graphics, and more. Interactive Media Designers are introduced to web page layout software and content management systems. Courses focus on designing the user interface, content organization and sequencing, and the integration of text and graphics. Students will build skills in web and multimedia design and have opportunities to design and create unique user experiences through a range of digital and computer-based interfaces. The interactive media design program has an academically rich foundation of design theory and history.
Additional credit hours could indicate a second major, minor, or certificate. A minimum of 120 credit hours is required to graduate.
To apply to the University of Southern Indiana (USI) for undergraduate enrollment:
Once USI 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 USI, you'll receive detailed information about next steps, including orientation, registration and housing.
The real-world experience of internships and working with faculty who are professional designers and practicing artists allows you the opportunity to immerse yourself in your field of choice prior to graduation. 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 University of Southern Indiana 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 University of Southern Indiana is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD).
