Program Overview

Studio Arts Exploration

Overview

The Studio Arts Exploration program at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) allows students to spend up to a year exploring various studio art options without impacting their time to graduation. This program is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing studio arts but are still determining which discipline best matches their interests.

Program Details

• The School of Art offers a BFA degree in studio arts with options in ceramics, furniture design, glass, metals and jewelry design, printmaking, painting, or sculpture and expanded forms.
• In the first year, students work closely with their academic advisor to select courses that best align with their interests.
• The studio arts exploration option requires the submission of a portfolio. View Portfolio Requirements for more information.
• The BFA programs in medical illustration and illustration are not part of this exploration program.

Admissions and Financial Aid

First-Year Admission

• A strong performance in a college preparatory program is expected, including:
  • 4 years of English
  • 3 years of social studies and/or history
  • 3-4 years of mathematics
  • 2-3 years of science
• Studio art experience and a portfolio of original artwork are required.

Financial Aid and Scholarships

• 100% of all incoming first-year and transfer students receive aid.
• RIT’s personalized and comprehensive financial aid program includes scholarships, grants, loans, and campus employment programs.

Facilities

• Ceramics Clay and Glaze Formulation and Spray Booth Room
• Foundations 3D Design Shop
• Glass Kiln Room

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Program Contact

• Elizabeth Kronfield, School Director, School of Art, College of Art and Design

Offered Within

• School of Art, College of Art and Design, Rochester Institute of Technology