Art Practices—B.F.A.

The BFA (108 credits) is a professional degree, providing students with knowledge and skills designed specifically to prepare them for a career as a practicing artists and/or the master of fine art degree. It is a competitive program that provides a comprehensive education in visual art practices, applications, theories, and history, with an emphasis on trends in contemporary art. The BFA differs from the BA/BS in Art, providing greater depth conceptually and technically, as well as emphasizing professional preparation. Students interested in the BFA degree will submit a portfolio for review at the end of spring quarter in their third year of study. (Submission is made only after completing 72 of the required 88 credits and selected art courses in the first three years of the BA/BS degree program.) The BFA degree requires the student to research, develop, assemble and present a strong body of well conceived and executed work. The culminating body of work is presented in a thesis exhibition and includes an oral defense.

For the most up to date information on the BFA and how to apply please visit our website http://www.pdx.edu/the-arts/bachelor-of-fine-arts-in-art-practices.