The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree with a major in Art provides students with an in-depth exploration of artistic endeavors and a comprehensive understanding of art history and theoretical approaches. As a professional degree, it encourages students to engage with 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.
Studying studio art at USI gives you the opportunity to fulfill your creative potential alongside other like-minded creatives. You can choose to concentrate on painting, sculpture, printmaking, drawing, woodworking, ceramics, or jewelry. Each area focuses on teaching critical thinking skills, crafting tangible objects (both functional and non-functional) and offers concrete skills in professional practice. The studio art program will strengthen your competence of both traditional and contemporary art with an academically rich foundation of art theory and art history. Working in state-of-the art labs and studios, students can explore and understand different artistic techniques and concepts while developing their individual artistic style.
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.
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).
