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How hard is it to get a BFA?

In a couple years, I'll be heading off to college, and I wanted to know how much effort it would take to get a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree.

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Gwendolyn’s Answer

Hi Alembert, BFA holder here! It's good that you already have a degree in mind. I'm not sure how to rank the difficulty of the degree because I'm not sure what other options you are considering. I will say, though, think about the other skills you will need aside from the art and creativity. For example, for my degree I had to take many art history courses and did a lot of writing about my artwork. If you aren't interested in writing, then that part might be difficult for you. I think your next step is to look at the required courses for the BFA programs you are wanting to apply to.

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Research the required courses for the BFA programs at the schools you will be applying to.
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Jacob’s Answer

Hello! From my experience, it largely depends on the specific school you are going to, and what your goal is for the degree. A school that specializes in the arts will be more of a challenge, but will also have more support specialized in the field to help you, Plus the entire student body would also be art students. Don't look for anything too easy, the development of a skill requires challenge.


The BFA is a fairly open ended degree (mine for example specialized in Studio art, but you could also get one in dance or performance for example.)

Jacob recommends the following next steps:

Decide what your goal is for a BFA. Illustration, Performance art? Something else?
Research what schools offer the degree in the field you are interested in. There is likely a lot of information online about the challenges they present, and even which individual professors may be right for you.
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Keira’s Answer

Hi Alembert, applying for a BFA usually requires the development of a portfolio before applying (alongside your general application), along with a commitment at some schools that limits your ability to double major, complete a minor, and sometimes get involved with certain activities on campus. While you graduate with a high degree of specialized knowledge in your chosen subject, it can be a very demanding degree to earn.

Keira recommends the following next steps:

Research schools that you’re interested in and take notes about their specific portfolio requirements.
Find a teacher you trust to review your portfolio before submitting.
Be sure to submit your FAFSA early and ask about any scholarships that are offered for merit based on your portfolio.
Look at the FAQ or email the department to talk to a student about their experience.
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