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Studio Art at ³Ô¹ÏÍø (FAU) is about exploring your creativity and building a strong foundation in visual arts. You’ll work with a range of media—such as ceramics, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture—while developing your own artistic voice. The program encourages you to experiment, think critically, and engage with contemporary art practices, preparing you for a variety of creative careers or advanced study.

About Studio Art at FAU

At FAU, Studio Art is hands-on and student-centered. You’ll learn from experienced faculty and visiting artists, participate in critiques, and have opportunities for field trips and exhibitions. The program is flexible, letting you focus on your interests while connecting with other disciplines and research initiatives across the university. Graduate students benefit from interdisciplinary collaboration and a culminating thesis exhibition, while undergraduates can tailor their studies to match their goals.

Degrees Offered at ³Ô¹ÏÍø Atlantic

Undergraduate Degrees

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Studio Art
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Studio Art (with concentrations in Ceramics, Painting, Photography, Printmaking, or Sculpture)

Graduate Degrees

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Studio Art
• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Graphic Design

Students may pursue either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), depending on their academic goals and career interests.

BA (Bachelor of Arts)Ìý

ÌýFlexible, interdisciplinary approach
Combines studio practice with liberal arts
Ideal for students exploring multiple interests.
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BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts)Ìý

Professional studio intensive degree
Focused study in a specific discipline
Designed for careers and visual arts
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How the Degrees Differ

The primary difference between the degrees is the level of studio focus.

BA- Broader academic balance

Faster pathway to graduation

A student should choose the BA if they want flexibility across disciplines, are exploring multiple creative interests, and plan to combine art with another field.

BFA- Majority studio coursework

A greater concentration and focus that enable students to have more opportunities for refinement and professional readiness.

A student should choose the BFA if they are committed to a career in art design, with an intensive studio experience plan to apply to graduate school.

Whether pursuing a broad-based education or an intensive studio practice, BFA students graduate prepared to contribute to the evolving landscape of contemporary art and design.

Undergraduate Portfolio Review

All Visual Arts & Art History undergraduate majors are required to complete a portfolio review to graduate with either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree.

Students should meet with their academic advisor to determine when they need to submit their portfolio.

Portfolio reviews are offered during the Fall and Spring semesters, with dates announced within the third week of each semester.

Important: Students must use their FAU Google Drive account when completing the portfolio review process. Be sure to log out of any personal Google accounts before beginning.

Studio Art Portfolio Review

Students completing the Studio Art portfolio review should review the submission guidelines and prepare their portfolio before submitting.

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Portfolio Review Deadlines

Portfolio reviews take place each Fall and Spring semester. Submission dates and workshop information are announced each semester.

Late submissions are not accepted, including submissions delayed by technical issues. Students are encouraged to begin preparing their materials well in advance of the deadline.

Questions?

For questions about the portfolio review process, please contact:

Studio Art
James Bouchard Graham
jamesgraham@fau.edu

Graphic Design
Eric Landes
elandes1@fau.edu