Overview

Areas of Study

The Bachelor of Art program of The University of Tampa is a professionally oriented degree that provides a comprehensive and rigorous training in visual concept development and professional studio practice. For completion of the BFA degree, students are required to take purposefully sequenced upper-level studio courses culminating in the production of a mature, cohesive body of work showcased in a senior exhibition. Special emphasis is given to helping students develop long-range professional goals through art practicums and service learning experiences. Students pursuing a professional career in art or advanced studies (Master of Fine Arts) normally select the BFA, as it is often considered the foundation of graduate-level work.

The BFA is a highly selective, invitation-only degree program. Students may declare a BFA major when entering UT, but it is listed as “Pre-BFA in Art” until they are deemed “BFA Proficient” during a portfolio review in ART 299. After the review has been completed, the department chair will provide each student with a letter describing the assessment and recommending a degree path for success.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Drawing

Materials & Methods

2-D Design

3-D Design

Digital Arts

Figure Drawing

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

More details

Applications for spring entry are evaluated on a rolling basis until the class is full. Applying early is encouraged.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tampa, 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Official transcripts of all secondary school coursework and grades translated in English.

Essay written in English.

A recommendation written by a counselor, teacher or headmaster.

English language proficiency scores.

International students also must furnish proof of available funds to cover their first year of study (including miscellaneous expenses) and each subsequent year.

Upon admission to the University and satisfactory completion of the financial statement, an I-20 form will be sent to applicants from UT’s admissions office.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Out-of-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

33348 USD / year

≈ 33348 USD / year

Living costs

Tampa

United States

1122 - 1951 USD / month

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Areas of Study

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Tampa

Funding

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