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Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Art

Academy of Art University

San Francisco campus — San Francisco, California, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
February 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 38,160
Application Fee
USD 50
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

The BFA program teaches students the creative and technical skills needed to thrive as career artists. Advanced instruction is offered in non-figurative and figurative fine art, including painting, sculpting, and printmaking. The Sculpture department has one of the largest and most advanced facilities of its kind in North America, and university's state-of-the-art printmaking facilities merge traditional tools with cutting edge technology. Undergraduate students will meet the following student performance criteria: Visual Communication Demonstrate craftsmanship and fine attention to detail (Painting & Printmaking) Produce a consistent body of work demonstrating proficiency in a breadth of fine art disciplines (Painting & Printmaking) Demonstrate basic skills in composition (Painting & Printmaking) Demonstrate effective use of color theory (Painting & Printmaking) Use value effectively when creating form (Painting & Printmaking) Use appropriate style and techniques to effectively execute ideas (Painting) Demonstrate effective use of proportion and gesture (Sculpture) Demonstrate understanding of three-dimensional composition, crafting (technical skill) and applying underlying concept to the overall sculpted solution (Sculpture) Demonstrate basic skills in 3D composition Technical Execution (Printmaking) Demonstrate technical proficiency in a variety of printmaking processes (Sculpture) Execute sculptural solutions with media-specific technical proficiency Concept Development and Critical Analysis Explore and clearly articulate concepts and creative possibilities with a given topic or subject Analyze the strengths and weaknesses of concept and execution of a given artwork Professional Communication Describe and discuss artwork in a professional manner Professional Readiness Produce a professional-standard portfolio of well-crafted artwork demonstrating personal vision Create professional self-promotional materials Demonstrate an understanding of pricing and the various possibilities to display and sell artwork *Note App Fee Waiver in effect for ApplyBoard to reduce the application fee to $50*
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 38,160
Application fee
USD 50
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
February 2027, February 2028, February 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

San Francisco campus

San Francisco, California, United States

79 New Montgomery St.

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

OPT and STEM OPT eligibility depend on maintaining F-1 status and on the program. A program counts as STEM only when its CIP code is on the official STEM list — not because its name sounds technical.

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About the Institution

Since 1929, artists and designers have called Academy of Art University their home. Founded in San Francisco and family owned, it is one of the largest private, accredited art and design schools in the nation. Academy of Art University is first and foremost a professional school - a specialized place that helps students master their craft as they prepare for professional roles as artists and designers. The hands-on, no-nonsense curriculum is taught by some of the finest minds working in today’s creative and innovative industries. They will help students develop their talent and acquire skills...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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