Studio Art BFA Degree Map
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
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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 0104-275/256⁴ 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
- If you live on campus, run for the Executive Board of the Residential Student Association
- Join a Greek Life or Social Fellowship organization! Learn how you can find your home here.
- Participate in a CORE and Safe Zone Training.
- Participate in mock interviews and attend career workshops. Attend a conference. Start writing your resume. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni!
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. Discover Alumnifire to connect with alumni!
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
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- You made it! Time to celebrate by attending Senior Week Events.
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