Portfolio Reviews

Students intending to pursue a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA.) major in the Department of Art are required to pass a Portfolio Review near the conclusion of the second year of study. The portfolio is reviewed by faculty of the chosen area of specialization as the students complete the last requirements of the core course sequence. Areas of specialization within the BFA degree program are: Art & Technology, Ceramics, Glass, Painting/Drawing, Photography, Printmaking, and Sculpture.

 

Contents of the BFA. portfolio should represent a variety of work done in the core course sequence but should specifically represent the area of specialization to which the student is applying. Before applying, the potential BFA student must make an appointment to meet with a faculty advisor to discuss their strengths and desired choice of concentration. BFA students may request to change to another emphasis area with the support of their art advisor and the coordinator of the other area.

 

For more information on how to prepare for the Portfolio Review download the guidelines below.

At the end of the first year of core studio course work, students demonstrating the basic artistic skills and creative thinking necessary to continue to advanced studio course work may pursue a BA degree in the Department of Art. All pre-art majors must undergo this portfolio review. Upon passing this review, the students enters their second year, where they may select from a core of introductory classes offered in each art medium.

 

For more information on how to request a change of degree programs to the BA, download the guidelines below.