Bachelor of Fine Arts
- Poughkeepsie, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Art & Art History at Otterbein University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Art in Fine Arts to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in including colour theory and art history
- And four courses in one studio area (ceramics. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Careers in art and design
- Graduate study
Curriculum
- Professional degree with seven more art courses than the B.A.
- Including colour theory and art history
- And four courses in one studio area (ceramics
- Drawing
- Graphic design
- Video art
- Painting
- Photography). Senior-year independent study builds a portfolio and exhibition with an artist statement.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school completion with 4 years English
- 3 science
- 3 mathematics
- 3 history/social studies and 2 foreign language
- Official translated transcripts
- Counselor recommendation and one more recommendation
- Personal essay
- SAT/ACT optional
- English test unless waived (IB Diploma
- SAT 500 reading/writing
- Or 4 years in an English-taught school).
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 80
- TOEFL PBT 550
- Duolingo 115
Documents you’ll need
- Academic transcripts
- Completed application form
- Identification document
- Language proficiency evidence if requested
- Additional program-specific supporting documents if requested
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and deadlines on the official website: Early Decision I 1 Nov
- Early Action 15 Nov
- Early Decision II and Regular Decision 15 Feb. Apply with the Marist application or the Common Application and pay the 50 USD non-refundable fee. Submit the counselor recommendation
- One more recommendation
- Personal essay
- Official translated transcripts
- TOEFL
- IELTS or Duolingo results (test-optional for SAT/ACT. Scores sent to code 2400). Receive the admission letter and enrollment form. Pay the enrollment deposit. Marist then mails the I-Apply for the F-1 student visa at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $51,700 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Poughkeepsie |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Communication and the Arts |
| Department | Fine Arts |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days leftProgram starts
January 2028
Apply by
15 Feb 2027
93 days left
Scholarships
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $51,700 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $21,560 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 80, TOEFL PBT 550, Duolingo 115.
Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible applicants. Confirm award criteria and funding with the university.