Overview

Students from the Art BA program offered at Emporia State University become art therapists, teachers, professional studio artists, graphic designers, marketing directors, medical illustrators, gallery assistants and much more!

Opportunities

Student Organizations. Join your artist community in clubs such as the Clay Guild, Glass Guild, Photo Club, National Art Education Association (NAEA), and American Institute of Graphic Artists (AIGA).
Art Galleries. Emporia has two galleries, the Norman R. Eppink & Gilson Memorial Galleries. Come be inspired by local and national pieces!
Student Exhibitions. Present your best work at the Annual Juried Student Exhibition, and admire the work of your peers.
Art Forum Visiting Artists Lecture Series. Come listen to and meet outstanding artists from around the country.

Programme Structure

ESU has the only glass forming program in the state of Kansas and the only engraving bachelor’s program in the world!
With dedicated studios and opportunities to learn from professional artists, Emporia State helps you to explore the conceptual as well as technical side of your craft.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

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All admissions materials should be submitted as early as possible to the admissions office.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kansas City, United States

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 1646 other Bachelors in Visual Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Original or notarized copies of all academic credentials (secondary school records, examinations results, diplomas, courses, credits completed, and grades received). Official notarized translated copies must also be sent for all non-English credentials.

Non-native English speakers should submit official English proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo English Test) scores. Non-native English speakers who do not submit a test score will need to take an English placement exam upon arrival to Emporia State University.

Submit a financial guarantee statement certifying the sources and amounts of funding available. International students must show proof of funds on deposit for the total cost of two semesters of study at Emporia State University (one semester exchange/visiting students only need to show proof of funds for one semester).

Send a scan of the information page in your passport. This scan must show your picture and name.

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

15675 USD / year

≈ 15675 USD / year
Out-of-State

15675 USD / year

≈ 15675 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

7355 USD / year

≈ 7355 USD / year

Living costs

Kansas City

United States

900 - 1400 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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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Kansas City

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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