Overview

This Art Studio degree program at Western Illinois University is designed for highly motivated students looking to become professional artists and entry into graduate M.F.A. programs. It allows the student to focus on their chosen studio area for the development of conceptual focus and exceptional technical proficiency.

Features

Areas of studio specialization include: ceramics, drawing, metals/jewelry, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. Students in this program are required to complete a BFA Senior Exhibition and will graduate with a well-defined personal and professional portfolio.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Studio Art
Ceramics
Digital Art Photography
Drawing
Life Drawing
Art Metal and Jewelry
Painting
Watercolor
Printmaking
Intaglio
Lithography
Silkscreen
Sculpture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Macomb, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18030 USD / year

≈ 18030 USD / year
Out-of-State

10290 USD / year

≈ 10290 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10290 USD / year

≈ 10290 USD / year

Living costs

Macomb

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Macomb

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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