Studio Arts B.F.A

The B.F.A. in studio arts focuses on the practice and production of contemporary art and emphasizes the skills and abilities needed to develop and maintain a sustainable artistic practice.

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Key Facts

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Degree

B.F.A. Studio Arts B.F.A

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 year degree

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Pathways Available

International Year One

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Start Dates

August | January | May

Degree Overview

Focusing on the practice and production of contemporary art this degree affords you the opportunity to pursue intensive coursework in traditional modes of art making such as ceramics, jewelry and metalsmithing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture while exploring more contemporary approaches such as installation, performance art, public art, and social practices.

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Important
  • Portfolio Required

Study Reasons

Pursue intensive coursework in traditional modes of art making such as ceramics, jewelry and metalsmithing, painting, printmaking and sculpture while exploring more contemporary approaches such as installation, performance art, public art and social practices.

Enjoy 24-hour access to individual studio spaces and access to 70,000 square feet of shared work, critique and exhibition space.

Learn from a professional faculty and an active schedule of acclaimed artists via our Visiting Artist Lecture Series.

Your Pathways

The International Year One is the perfect pathway if you want a undergraduate degree from a UK, EU or US University but do not meet the requirements for direct entry.

The IY1 course provides an intensive combination of first year University subject modules with English language skills.

Following successful completion of the IY1 you will continue onto your second year degree study directly with the University of your choice.

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Fees & Scholarships

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

International Year One – Tuition Fees

 

 Intake VEPT Program Duration Tuition Fees
Fall 2025 51+ 3 terms $47,200

Please note that the above fee does not include accommodation, dining, or insurance. Additionally, it does not include tuition applicable to your degree course continued at Syracuse University.

 

Pre-Sessional English – Tuition Fees

 

VEPT Program Duration Tuition Fees
37-40 20 weeks $10,000
41-45 12 weeks $6,000
46-50 6 weeks $3,000

 

Scholarships

Progressing students into Syracuse University receive the following merit awards for each
subsequent year of enrollment based on the cumulative GPA earned upon the completion of the 30 credit hours:
• A GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 is $10,000 per year
• A GPA between 3.5 and 3.74 is $15,000 per year
• A GPA greater than 3.75 is $20,000 per year

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