The degree map is a term-by-term sample course schedule to make it easier for you to understand how to graduate in four years with a degree in Studio Art. The actual sequence of courses may differ for each student. Please consult with your advisor about the best path for you.

Credits to Graduate with a BFA in Studio Art

120
A Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Studio Art requires 120 credits to complete. With 5 classes a semester, this puts you on track to graduate in 4 years. A minimum gpa of 2.0 is required.

Credits for Major in Studio Art

72
To qualify as a major, 72 credits are required. 48 credits are major requirements, 3 credits are art history electives and 21 credits in studio electives. Participation in senior art exhibit is required.

General Education Credits Required for a BFA in Studio Art

30
To satisfy the general education requirements, 30 credits are required. However, some courses may fulfill both major and general education requirements. Be sure to discuss your courses with your advisor

First Year

Course Credits
FYS 0952-110
First Year Seminar
General Education Requirement
4 credits
ART 0104-101/126¹
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-105
Drawing I
BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-190²
Intro Art Seminar
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Information Literacy Elective
Select 1 course
General Education Requirement
3 credits
16 credits

¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design

²Also offered in the spring semester

Course Credits
ENG 0122-107
Art & Craft of Writing
General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-101/126¹
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-106
Drawing II
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Humanities Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Quant Reasoning Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3-4 credits
15-16 credits

¹101-Fundamentals of 2D design; 126-3D Design

Second Year

Course Credits
ARH 0111-196
Art & The World I
BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-241/117³
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-275/256⁴
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Humanities Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Quant Reasoning Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3-4 credits
 15-16 credits

³241-Intro Digital Imaging; 117- Printmaking I

⁴275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography

Course Credits
ARH 0111-197
Art & The World II
BFA Studio Art/General Education Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-241/117³
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-275/256
Select 1 course from above
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Social Science Elective
1 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
Natural Science Elective
Select 1 course
General Education Requirement
3-4 credits
 15 credirs

³241-Intro Digital Imaging; 117- Printmaking I

⁴275-Color:Theory & Practice; 256- Intro Photography

Third Year

Course Credits
ARH 0111-252
Modern Art
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives¹
Sculpture I/Painting I
BFA Art Requirement
3 credits
Art History Elective
Select 1 course
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Communication Elective
Select 1 course: WrittenGeneral Education Requirement
3 credits
Math, Computing & Logic Elective
Select 1 course
General Education Requirement
3-4 credits
15-16 credits

¹Suggested optional studio electives.

Course Credits
AIE 0111-253
Contemporary Art
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
ART 0104-353
Art Criticism Today & Its Issues
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives¹
Sculpture I/Painting I
BFA Art Requirement
3 credits
Communication Elective
Select 1 course: OralGeneral Education Requirement
3 credits
Social Science Elective
2 of 2 courses
General Education Requirement
3 credits
15 credits

¹Suggested optional studio electives.

  • If you live on campus, apply to be an Resident Assistant
  • Apply to be a Peer Assistant Leader (PAL) or FCAP leader!
  • Time to take a bigger role! Run for an executive board position in an organization you are apart of.
  • Get involved! Join the Arts Empower Adelphi organization and/or the Artivism Club.

Fourth Year

Course Credits
ART 0104-401
Senior Thesis Project I
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives
Select 1 course
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives
Select 1 course
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives
Select 1 course
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
15 credits
Course Credits
ART 0104-402
Senior Thesis II
BFA Studio Art Recommendation
3 credits
Studio Electives
Strategies for Emerging Artists
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
Studio Electives
Select 1 Course
BFA Studio Art Requirement
3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
General Elective 3 credits
15 credits
  • If you have lived on campus, apply for the National Residence Hall Honorary
  • Attend the Spring Concert! Celebrate the end of your spring semester with our featured artist!
  • You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
  • Sign up for the Leadership Certificate Program. Build your Linkedin profile and meet with the Center for Career and Professional Development to get ideas on conducting a job search.

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