Overview

Studio artists and designers in the Studio Arts program of Loyola Marymount University are informed by the intersection of art history, technology, and community-based collaboration. By fully utilizing the creative landscape of Los Angeles, STAR emphasizes interdisciplinary and entrepreneurial engagement through a social justice lens. This student-centric and exhibition-oriented art and design education prepares STAR graduates for careers or postgraduate studies in the fine arts, design, multimedia arts, and art education disciplines.

The B.A. in Studio Arts provides a broad foundation in fundamental techniques and concepts and permits each individual to experience the possibilities of creative expression and to develop an understanding of art as a key to cultural awareness.

Learning Outcomes

Students majoring in Studio Arts (STAR) should know:

The basic definitions, concepts, and techniques in visual arts

How to discover their unique capabilities and personal artistic expression

How to solve creative and aesthetic problems in the visual arts

Students majoring in Studio Arts (STAR) should be able to:

Represent a distinct sensibility

Make artistic decisions based on an awareness of traditional and current art movements and technological advancements

Expand their cultural and critical view of the history of art

Critically analyze and assess artworks and concepts

Prepare a portfolio needed to enter graduate studies or a professional career

Students majoring in Studio Arts (STAR) are encouraged to value:

The on-going learning and development of overall technical knowledge

The abilities of others

Expertise in the arts

The awareness of art history within the larger human context

The pursuit of new skills and insights for personal growth

Service to others and the promotion of justice

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Studio Arts

Drawing and Printmaking

Drawing : Figure Drawing

Two-Dimensional Design

Programming for Creative Applications

Multimedia Survey

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-15 00:00:00
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Be sure to include the $60 application fee.

To request a fee waiver, please follow the instructions on the application you choose to use.
Submit a letter of recommendation with your application.
This should be sent from an official at the school you attend. A letter from a teacher and a letter from your counselor or principal is recommended. One letter of recommendation is required.
Send your transcripts to Undergraduate Admission.
All first year applicants should include their grades on the application they chose to submit or upload a copy of their transcripts. Enrolling first year applicants must all submit official final high school transcripts before school begins, showing your high school graduation date.
Transfer students must also submit transcripts from each college or university attended.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

57602 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57602 USD per year during 48 months.
National

57602 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57602 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

57602 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 57602 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Los Angeles

1520 - 2570 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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