Bachelor’s in Studio
and Digital Arts –
Studio Art
Discover How to Create Meaningful, Marketable Art with Our BS in Studio Art
Refine your creativity as a visual artist, painter, sculptor, and more with a studio art degree from Liberty University. You can develop your talent and perfect your skills in studio art through our specialized courses in the field. With our Bachelor of Science (BS) in Studio and Digital Arts – Studio Art, you can gain an understanding of the language, aesthetics, and cultural impacts of visual communication. Study under degreed professors who are skilled in their craft and strong in their faith.
Throughout this degree, you’ll engage in liberal arts training in English, math, social and natural science, cultural studies, and technology. At Liberty, our mission is to Train Champions for Christ with knowledge and skills to make an impact on the world for Christ.
Our professors believe this and are committed to your growth. In addition to the core courses of this degree program, you will study the Old and New Testaments, theology, and contemporary/modern issues through a biblical worldview.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 24, 2026
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our Bachelor of Science in Studio Art Program
Study Under Experienced Artists
Our professors have years of real-world experience creating art on commission, forming their own studios, providing illustrations, and exhibiting their work around the country.
Graduate with Helpful Skills
Our studio art program produces graduates of distinction who are using their artistic skills to design shoes for Merrell, graphics for Target’s Magnolia Hearth and Hand collection, and print layouts for real estate companies.
Join a Group of Distinguished Alumni
Our students have won hundreds of awards on the local, regional, and national levels for art, design, and photography. Their work has been recognized for both technical skill and creative vision across a range of competitive exhibitions and professional showcases.
Create, Connect, and Showcase Your Talent
Our Department of Studio and Digital Arts provides the latest technology, so you can have creative freedom to produce cutting-edge, marketable pieces. Join 1 of our Studio and Digital Arts student clubs, or showcase your achievements in a senior studio art exhibition open to the public.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BS in Studio Art?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Science (BS) in Studio and Digital Arts – Studio Art can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Art critic
- Cartoonist
- Commercial artist
- Illustrator
- Interior decorator
- Painter
- Sculptor
#2 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #2 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com for 2026.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our BS in Studio Art Degree Program?
In our BS in Studio Art degree program, you can explore how to use a variety of digital and traditional artistic media to create meaningful and impactful art. Explore your passions in drawing, painting, sculpting, and photography to hone your skills and discover best practices. The best art communicates with its audience, and you can explore how to use your artistic skills to incorporate powerful messages about faith, hope, compassion, and life into your photographs, paintings, and other projects.
In addition to an emphasis on professional development, our Bachelor of Science degree in studio art has more free credit hours compared to our Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. You can fill these available hours with a minor in theatre, business, clothing and textile development, or another area related to the career you want to pursue.
Featured BS in Studio Art Courses
ARTS 211 – Drawing I
ARTS 321 – Painting I
ARTS 330 – Sculpture I
ARTS 361 – Digital Photography
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Communication and the Arts
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s Bachelor’s Degree in Studio Art?
Develop Work You Can Showcase
Your courses can help you create a portfolio of projects that reflects your artistic voice and technical skills. By producing and exhibiting your work, you can graduate with pieces that showcase your abilities to galleries, employers, or graduate programs.
Dynamic Campus Experience
With over 7,000 acres and a wide range of student activities, Liberty’s campus offers an environment where you can grow both creatively and personally. From recreation spaces to campus events, there are many ways to connect with other students outside the classroom.
Create with Industry-Standard Tools
As a studio and digital arts student, you can work with equipment and resources commonly used in professional creative fields. Access to these tools can help you practice real-world techniques while producing high-quality artistic work.
Explore Opportunities for High-Achieving Students
For our incoming students who excel, we provide additional support and community through our Honors and Eagle Scholars programs, so you can develop your leadership skills and make the most of your academic and artistic achievements.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Bachelor’s in Studio Art Degree Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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