33 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

Drawing is a fundamental and indispensable component of any comprehensive studio arts curriculum. The Drawing program at Ball State University focuses on skill development, conceptual development, applied methodologies, as well as digital technologies and tools.

The Sculpture program at Ball State University is great for those who like to work in three dimensions, combining expression and technique with mass, volume, and space. 

As a student in the Jazz Studies program at Ball State University, you will have opportunities to play in the three jazz ensembles and seven combos. You will receive intensive training with award-winning jazz faculty who possess a wealth of experience in both performance and teaching. 

The Acting program of Ball State University is an outstanding undergraduate-only, pre-professional training program within a liberal arts education. It was named one of the top 10 BFA in acting programs in the country.

The Music Media Production program of Ball State University  offers two exciting, distinct tracks; future-ready and in touch with the reality of the music industry.

Ranked among the world’s best, the Architecture program of Ball State University provide a solid grounding in the broad concepts and specific technical skills you need to excel in the industry. Professional experiences and applied design projects in the studio and the community will prepare you for success as a licensed architect.

The Visual Arts - Animation program of Ball State University provides a comprehensive digital animation experience that explores 3-D animation, stop-motion, and traditional 2-D animation.

The Photography and Intermedia Arts program of Ball State University with a focus on photography is centered on the production of adroit, mature, experimental, and idea-driven fine art.

During the Visual Communication program of Ball State University students work in dedicated computer labs with access to full-color printing, photo studios, and traditional studio space.

Ball State has one of the nation’s leading music education programs. The faculty of the Music Education program of Ball State University are national leaders in the profession, and all have extensive experience teaching in K-12 schools.

The bachelor of fine arts (BFA) Theatre and Dance - Musical Theatre option at Ball State University is an undergraduate-only, interdisciplinary, comprehensive, training program within a liberal arts environment.

The students in the Printmaking program at Ball State University investigate a wide range of styles and methods in order to create imagery that overlaps the graphics arts, design, and all the best parts of drawing and painting.

A Metals and Jewelry program at Ball State University trains you in using the hand—and the computer—to produce meticulously crafted, wearable, decorative, and sculptural objects using a range of traditional and contemporary materials and processes.

Graphic Design is the art of communicating information and ideas through the strategic use of type, image, and color the program is offered by Ball State University.

The Ceramics (Art) Major is offered by Ball State University. Ceramics at Ball State is about community. Working together is essential in all aspects of the ceramic process. Ceramic students learn a range of skills such as hand-building, wheel-throwing, casting, glazing, kiln-firing, and even kiln-building.

The Fashion Industry Studies Major is offered by Ball State University. Ball State’s Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion Industry Studies prepares you to enter a variety of career paths within fashion through hands-on application and foundational knowledge. 

The Symphonic Instruments (Music Performance) Major is offered by Ball State University. A bachelor’s degree in music performance offers you intensive training with an award-winning community of faculty who possess a wealth of experience in both performance and teaching. We provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to make you real-world ready in today’s competitive musical world.

The Painting program at Ball State University offers you a chance to explore your individual vision as you develop a disciplined studio practice in watercolors, oils, temperas, acrylics, and more.

At the core of the Theatre Education program of Ball State University is the belief that theatre has the power to change lives. We will challenge you to continually develop your own artistic voice while gaining the knowledge and skill set to teach, inspire, and foster the growth of the next generation of young theatre artists.

The Interior Design program of Ball State University will prepare you for an exciting and challenging career in a variety of settings like commercial offices, health care facilities, hospitality (restaurant and hotel), store planning, and much more.