Overview

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree at Mississippi State University is a professional studio degree. The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is earned after successful completion of an intensive, four-year program that provides the student with a series of in-depth studio experiences leading to a thesis/senior presentation balanced by studies in humanities, communication, mathematics, and sciences.

The B.F.A. degree may also serve as a preparation for graduate studies-usually the Master of Fine Arts degree in studio art or design.

Mission

The Department of Art's primary undergraduate responsibilities include educating professional artists with emphases in ceramics, drawing, graphic design, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture; preparing students for a career or advanced study; offering courses that fulfill university requirements; and providing an active art gallery to serve the University, the community, and region.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design

Three-Dimensional Design

Drawing

Printmaking Survey

Sculpture Survey

Photography Survey

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00

More details

National students can apply anytime. International students who are outside the United States should apply at least four months in advance of enrollment.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Starkville, United States

Disciplines

Fine Arts View 458 other Bachelors in Fine Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Certified, translated copies of all transcripts, mark sheets, and diplomas from your school. Mississippi State recommends all school credentials from non-U.S. institutions be submitted through a National Association of Credential Evaluation Services member for a course-by-course evaluation with grade point average calculation.

An official ACT score of 20 or higher, or SAT score of 1030 (only if your GPA is below 3.0 based on our evaluation of your transcripts OR if you are applying for scholarships).
English Language Proficiency
Once you've been admitted, go to the International Institute website for additional requirements

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

28586 USD / year

≈ 28586 USD / year
Out-of-State

28586 USD / year

≈ 28586 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10454 USD / year

≈ 10454 USD / year

Living costs

Starkville

United States

800 - 1300 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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