Art (BFA) with an Emphasis in Illustration

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Art with an Emphasis in Illustration is tailored specifically for aspiring professional artists and designers. The curriculum is modeled to prepare students with the skills and knowledge needed to start their career or pursue further education. This interdisciplinary degree program allows student artists to develop their artistic identity, hone their expressive voice and practice their technical skills while providing access to the tools and materials needed to communicate their ideas. Webster University’s faculty maintains professional careers as artists, creating valuable networks for students within local and international artist communities. Students will have opportunities to connect with professionals working in all areas of the industry, from art galleries to museums, to studio owners and professional artists.

Students must completed high school or from a home school program.

Freshman applicants are expected to complete a college preparatory secondary school program with at least 19 units of academic credit. The University strongly recommends the following distribution:

English: 4 units

History/Social studies: 3 units

Mathematics: 3 units

Foreign Language: 2 units

Science (two laboratory): 3 units

Fine Arts: 1 unit

Academic electives: 3 units