2022-2023 Samford University Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Apr 02, 2025  
2022-2023 Samford University Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Studio Art Major (B.F.A.)

The bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree is the professional degree for the artist; it is also the foundation for graduate studies in studio art. The B.F.A. degree program is interdisciplinary in nature and permits a student to take a greater number of courses in studio art and art history.

General Education - University Core Curriculum: 22 Credits

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General Education - Distribution Areas: 23 Credits

Studio Art Major: 79 Credits

School of the Arts Core: 10 Credits

Studio Art Core: 27 Credits

Printmaking & Photography: 6 Credits

 (choose two courses)

Art History: 15 Credits

(complete all)

Art Electives: 21 Credits

(choose seven courses from the following)

  • ART 209-499 (21)

General Electives: 4 Credits

Total Required Credits: 128

NOTE: Students must maintain a 2.50 GPA to remain in the major.

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