Bachelor of Fine Arts – Studio Art Degree
Take Your Next Step as an Artist with a BFA Degree in Studio Art
Whether you’ve wanted to be an artist your whole life or just recently developed an interest in an art career, your aspiration to be an artist likely comes from your love of creating beautiful things and sharing them with the world. At Liberty, we can help you take that passion and turn it into a career.
By earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Studio Art, you can explore how to craft your own artistic brand, a professional portfolio, and exhibit pieces. Additionally, our BFA program can help refine your artistic abilities as you discover how to use your art to influence culture. Join our community of artists and study 2D and 3D art under professors who average 15 years of industry and teaching experience.
As one of the largest Christian universities in the nation, Liberty has designed the studio art BFA degree to help you become a professional artist whose work reflects the beauty and majesty of God. Partner with us, receive a first-class arts education, and become the artist you always knew you could be.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC
Highlights
Highlights of Our BFA in Studio Art Degree Program
Experienced Faculty
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.
They bring knowledge and mentorship to help you grow as an artist.
Esteemed Graduates
Our studio arts program has produced graduates of distinction – using their skills to design shoes for Merrell, create graphics for Target’s Magnolia Hearth and Hand collection, and craft print layouts for real estate companies.
Award-Winning Talent
Our students have won hundreds of awards at the local, regional, and national levels for art, design, and photography – a testament to the strength of our program and the creativity of our students.
Creative Community and Resources
Our Department of Studio and Digital Arts provides the latest technology – giving you the creative freedom to produce cutting-edge, marketable artwork.
You can network with peers by joining student art groups and showcase your achievements in a senior studio art exhibition open to the public.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with A BFA in Studio Art Degree?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art Degree can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Art critic
- Conservator and restorer
- Craft or fine artist
- Exhibitions coordinator
- Museum/gallery director
#4 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 #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
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 BFA in Studio Art Degree Program?
Throughout this studio art bachelor’s degree, you can discover how to use a variety of digital and traditional media to create meaningful art. In addition to studying art history, you’ll be able to hone your artistic practice by enhancing your skills in drawing, painting, graphic design, sculpting, ceramics, and photography. This professional degree program is designed to give you foundational training to pursue a career in fine arts, crafting, or multimedia arts.
One great aspect of our Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program is the opportunity to exhibit your art, create your own artistic brand, and complete practicums and internships designed to give you valuable experience working in studio arts.
Although this studio art program does offer some free electives, it is designed for those who mainly want to focus on developing their artistic skills. If you are looking for a studio art degree that provides the ability to minor or double major in another area of study, our Bachelor of Science in Studio and Digital Arts – Studio Art degree may be a good fit for you.
Featured BFA Studio Art Courses
ARTS 211 – Drawing I
ARTS 330 – Sculpture I
ARTS 361 – Digital Photography
ARTS 475 – Ceramics I
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 in Fine and Studio Arts Program?
Develop Artistic Integrity
At Liberty, we Train Champions for Christ – meaning we are committed to equipping you with technical skills, hands-on experience, and a biblical foundation to lead with excellence and integrity. We want to help you reach your full potential as an artist who creates meaningful work.
Study Under Experienced Faculty
Our professors bring years of artistic experience to the classroom. Their work has been commissioned by Oxford University and organizations worldwide. As a studio art major, you’ll receive mentorship from professionals who guide you through class material and personal projects as you pursue your goals.
Create in a Visionary's Place
As an artist, you see what others may not – and you bring those visions to life through your craft. At Liberty University, we cultivate a Christ-centered atmosphere with supportive faculty, a passionate student body, and creative resources, hoping you’ll be set up for academic and artistic growth.
Discover Your Future in Art
Whether your dream is to work in a museum, launch your own studio, or share your artwork with the world, Liberty is here to help you achieve it. Apply today and become part of a community dedicated to professional excellence and the pursuit of Christ.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BFA in Studio Art 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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