Art
About the Program
Create with Purpose and Passion
Express your artistic voice in CSU’s BFA in Art program where you’ll explore a variety of art mediums and experiment with your creativity. Through smaller class sizes, you will receive one-on-one instruction from dedicated professors and hands-on training in state-of-the-art facilities that are among the best in Georgia. Choose from eight concentrations to master your techniques and prepare for your future career or for advanced graduate study.
Customize Your Degree
Animation (Concentration)
Bring stories to life through movement and visual storytelling. Develop skills in traditional and digital animation techniques, from character design to motion graphics.
Ceramics (Concentration)
Create both functional and sculptural works while learning advanced techniques in clay, glazing, and kiln operation.
Graphic Design (Concentration)
Explore branding, typography, and digital design while building a portfolio using industry-standard tools for print and web.
Narrative Illustration (Concentration)
Translate ideas into compelling visual stories through drawing, composition, and digital media for books, comics, and editorial work.
Painting and Drawing (Concentration)
Advance your skills in contemporary and traditional methods while experimenting with materials, styles, and personal expression.
Photography (Concentration)
Master lighting, composition, and digital editing across fine art and commercial photography, from portraiture to documentary storytelling.
Printmaking (Concentration)
Experiment with hands-on techniques such as screen printing, etching, and lithography to produce original, layered works of art.
Sculpture (Concentration)
Build 3D works using metal, wood, and mixed media. Learn fabrication, casting, and installation techniques for contemporary sculpture.
Just the Facts
Total Credit Hours:
123 Hours
Delivery Format:
In-Person
Completion Time:
4 years (full-time)
Academic Unit:
Department of Art
Additional Resources
Program Highlights
Your Academic Experience
- Individual mentorship from experienced, practicing artists, and access to dedicated studios and professional equipment
- Scholarships available for travel and international art study abroad with options in Japan, Korea, Italy, Oxford, or the United Kingdom
- Faculty-guided portfolio development for graduate study or career launch with a strong preparation for careers in the visual arts, education, museums, and design
- Experience with curating and preparing exhibitions
- Visiting artist lectures, workshops, and masterclasses every semester
My name is Zoee Rasso and I am a senior BFA painting major at CSU. My experience in the Art Department has been absolutely wonderful, I couldn't ask for a better college experience. The facilities are top notch, clean, and incredibly spacious, and the faculty are all truly dedicated to helping you get to wherever you want to be. Thanks to the generosity and help from Art department donors and faculty, I have been able to complete 3 studio internships, go on two study abroad trips to Japan and Italy, and be accepted into an artist residency program for this Summer, all while be completely free of any student debt.
Zoee Rasso
Art Student
My time in the CSU Art Department was truly transformative. The faculty provided invaluable mentorship, and the program equipped me with the skills, confidence, and opportunities to grow as both an artist and a professional. Through CSU, I was exposed to a diverse range of artistic disciplines, exhibitions, and travel experiences that shaped my creative practice. Since graduating, I have earned my MFA, built a career in the arts, and exhibited my work nationally. I’m grateful to have returned to my alma mater to help mentor and inspire the next generation of artists at Columbus State University.
Julianna Wells (Cowsert)
CSU Alum
I have the privilege of providing students with an opportunity to discover their own creative talents while preparing themselves for arts-related careers or graduate school. We provide internships, collaborative projects, seminars, and experiential learning with community partners that culminate in an e-portfolio capstone course.
Joe Sanders
Professor of Art
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Admission Requirements
Your Pathway to CSU
Program-Specific Admission Requirements
This program has specific admission requirements. These requirements are available in our catalog.
Institutional Admission Requirements
All applicants must meet our institutional admissions requirements to be accepted into Columbus State University.
