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Bachelor of Photographic and Imaging Arts

Rochester, United States
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

Rochester Institute of Technology campus

About the program

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Photographic and Imaging Arts offered full time on campus by RIT's College of Art and Design in Rochester, New York.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Photographic and Imaging Arts. Apply relevant theories
Methods
And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Photographic and Imaging Arts.

Career outcomes

Advertising Photographer
Archivist
Art Director
Branding Specialist
Curator
Editorial Photographer
Freelance Photographer
Gallery Manager/Owner
Graphic Designer
Image Retoucher
Magazine Editor
Multimedia Editor
Multimedia Journalist
Photo Illustrator
Photo/Picture Editor
Photojournalist
Portrait Photographer
Producer
Project Manager
Publisher
Social Media Strategist
Sports Photographer
Studio Manager
Videographer
Graduates work primarily in the Performing and Fine Arts industry

Curriculum

Four-year plan of study of 122 semester credit hours. Courses include Photographic Arts I
Video for Photographers
Photographic Arts II
Elements of Advertising Photography and Histories and Aesthetics of Photography I. Culminates in a project or capstone. Cooperative education is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of secondary school (high school diploma or equivalent) with a college-preparatory record: about 4 years English
3 social studies or history
3-4 mathematics and 2-3 science
With specific mathematics and science by college
One recommendation
Portfolio for art and design majors
SAT/ACT optional
English test unless exempt (Duolingo 120
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79/4.5
PTE Academic 58).

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion with official transcript, One recommendation letter, Required high school mathematics and science vary by college (e.g. 3-4 years of math), Transfer applicants need college transcripts, Proof of funds of at least 78, 000 USD for the I-20.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79 (4.5 on new 6-point scale)
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 58
IELTS Academic 7

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the entry requirements and deadlines: Early Decision I and Early Action 1 Nov
Early Decision II 1 Jan
Regular Decision 15 Jan (official website 2. Apply online through the Common Application or the RIT application. The application fee is 65 USD. Upload transcripts
A recommendation
English test scores (official website and a portfolio where the major requires one. Receive the decision and pay the 500 USD deposit to enrol (1 May for Regular Decision). Submit the declaration of financial support
Obtain the I-20 and apply for the F-1 student visa (official website.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$64,608 USD
Application fee	$65 USD
Deposit	$1,000 USD

Program details

Campus	Rochester
Faculty or school	College of Art and Design
Department	Department of Creative Arts and Media
Teaching language	English
Credit value	122
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Rochester Institute of Technology may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.