15 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Musical Theatre (Vocal) from Jacksonville University is a professional interdisciplinary degree that provides immersive study in the areas of music and vocal performance, theatre, and dance. This degree prepares students for careers as performers or further advanced study.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and the Bachelor of Science in Film offer students a comprehensive experience in the creation of independent motion pictures through a rigorous, hands-on production centered curriculum. The Jacksonville University Film program strives to create master visual storytellers who can connect with their audiences intellectually and emotionally.

The Art major at Jacksonville University will offer you a hands-on experience to prepare you for real-world professional artistry.

Capitalizing on Design Thinking, our courses immerse you in all aspects of ceramics from commercial application to studio artist. The Object Design Ceramics degree from Jacksonville University track adds real world action, pushes surface, focuses on production or narrative sculpture and inspires your creative voice throughout. What story will you tell?

Jacksonville University’s Dance program is comprehensive, competitive and holds accreditation from the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) as well as the American College Dance Association.

The Art History concentration at Jacksonville University is designed to introduce students to the diverse and dynamic history of visual arts emphasizing visual literacy, critical thinking and observational skills through an understanding of the social context, global connections and ideologies that helped to shape the production and reception of art, both past and present.

The Sculpture concentration from Jacksonville University promotes concept and process development through contemporary and traditional approaches to art making.

The BS in Music Business from Jacksonville University features coursework in Music and Intellectual Property Law, Music Industry, and Music Entrepreneurship. 

The Illustration program at Jacksonville University allows you the freedom to develop a portfolio of work based in your own interests so that when the time comes, you will be able to market yourself to the clients that will be a good match for you.

The BM's in Music (Vocal, Instrumental, Jazz, Composition) from Jacksonville University emphasis includes private instruction in the student’s primary instrument, ensemble opportunities of varied size and scope, instruction in standard music core subjects such as theory, aural skills and history, and advanced topics including contemporary music, orchestration, and counterpoint

The Object Design Glass program from Jacksonville University provides real-world learning that takes you out of the studio and into authentic and relevant experiences. Exhibit and sell your work, accept commissions, travel and teach.

The Visual Design program at Jacksonville University will develop a broad critical framework for evaluating design and how to apply it to every aspect of business, from classic Graphic Design and visual communication to user-centered interactions and multi-platform campaigns.

The Bachelor of Music Education (Vocal or Instrumental) degree of Jacksonville University students pursue concentrations in Choral or Instrumental Music; upon completion of coursework, students are prepared to earn certification to teach K-12 Music in the public schools of Florida and most other states.

Through hands-on research and learning, in the Photography degree from Jacksonville University you will create diverse photographic portfolios that communicate through your choices of content, composition and craft.

The BA emphasis of the Music (Vocal or Instrumental) program from Jacksonville University includes private instruction in the student’s primary instrument, ensemble opportunities of varied size and scope, and instruction in standard music core subjects such as theory, aural skills, and history.