Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art

Oakland University's Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art stands out for small classes and attentive faculty. Our undergraduate art degree offers strong personal guidance that lets you explore your passion and maximize your potential. Youll also develop marketable workforce skills in our studio art program, becoming proficient in writing, critical analysis, and multimedia technology. Our studio art degree includes excellent opportunities to exhibit your artwork, study abroad, gain internship experience, or pursue a teaching license. Youll graduate with an art degree that supports your creative objectives as well as your career needs. Students appreciate Oakland's visual arts program for its supportive, welcoming environment. We promote cooperation over competition and encourage individuals to experiment, take risks, think independently, and discover what theyre capable of.
The studio art major requires a minimum of 62 credits, beginning with three required foundations courses, an art history course, and a course in critical theory. Youll also complete 16 required credits in one of four specializations: Drawing, Painting, Arts Tech/Sculpture, Photography.

Have your official high school transcripts sent to Undergraduate Admissions. Cumulative high school grade point averages of 3.2 or above. Applicants with cumulative grade point averages below 3.2, but above 2.5, may be admitted after consideration of the quality of academic preparation. Scholarship awards are based on a student's academic record at the time of admission. IELTS \u2013 6.5, TOEFL IBT \u2013 79, PTE Academic - 53