Program Overview

Studio Art Program

The Studio Art program at Creighton University offers a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree. These programs provide students with a broad-based understanding of the visual arts, combining rigorous coursework with hands-on learning experiences.

Program Goals

The Studio Art bachelor's degrees prepare students for advanced study in graduate programs in fine arts, as well as employment by arts organizations. The program aims to help students:

• Excel at self-expression and creative problem-solving
• Improve manual dexterity and creativity
• Be self-directed and self-motivated

Curriculum

The Studio Art BA curriculum consists of 36 credits, while the BFA curriculum consists of 54 credits, in addition to Creighton's core requirements.

Studio Art Minor

The minor in Studio Art provides students with hands-on experience and a basic understanding of the practice of fine art. Students explore two-dimensional and three-dimensional worlds through the study of the elements of art.

Admissions Requirements

Admissions to the Studio Art program are based on:

• High school GPA
• ACT or SAT scores (optional)
• Extracurricular activities
• Personal statement to demonstrate creative abilities
• Recommendation from high school counselor
• Honors sections and advanced placement courses

Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition rates are updated annually. The university offers various forms of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, loans, and student employment. Students are encouraged to file the FAFSA to apply for financial assistance.

Research Opportunities

Creighton College of Arts and Sciences students may apply for Summer Research Fellowships for specific projects. Several Studio Art majors have received these awards in the past five years.

Outcomes

Many graduates of the Creighton Studio Art program pursue advanced study in graduate programs in fine arts, as well as employment by arts organizations. Recent graduates have accepted employment with various organizations, including:

• Watershed Center for Ceramic Arts
• Village Potters Clay Center
• Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts
• Union for Contemporary Arts
• Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts
• Kent Bellows Studio and Center for Visual Art
• Paris Gibson Square Museum

Some graduates have also gained admission to competitive MFA graduate programs at institutions such as:

• Kent State
• University of Colorado at Boulder
• University of Pennsylvania at Edinboro

Internships

Studio Art majors and minors can prepare for a career in the arts by participating in internships with nonprofit arts organizations, including:

• Joslyn Art Museum
• Nebraska Arts Council
• Kent Bellows Studio and Center for Visual Arts
• Union for Contemporary Art
• Bemis Center for Contemporary Art

Related Degrees

Related degrees offered by the university include:

• Art History Major (BA)
• Graphic Design and Film Major (BA)
• Film Studies (Minor)
• Music Major (BA)