BFA in Studio Arts | Caldwell College New Jersey

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Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Studio Arts is a professional degree for advanced students. Students accepted into the B.F.A. are given more rigorous requirements within the major including advanced studios, aesthetics, and independent study courses. The BFA program is over 30 years old and was the first of its kind offered in New Jersey. The BFA is designed for students who want to combine intensive and innovative studio art practice with an excellent education in the liberal arts. A solid grounding in art history helps students explore issues in their own work and that of others.

  • School: Department of Art
  • Duration: 4 Years
  • Designation: Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Arts
  • Start Date: Fall, Spring

Internships for credit at art-related businesses such as art restoration are available through the Experiential Learning center. Students are required to submit and pass a portfolio review prior to their senior year.

Admission Requirements & Selection

Successful candidates are those who demonstrate the following:

  • Completed application for admission.
  • An official high school transcript or official results from G.E.D. exam. The average GPA for Caldwell’s incoming freshman class was around a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or a B average.
  • Satisfactory performance on the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) with essay or American College Test (ACT) with essay. The mid-50 range for SAT scores at Caldwell is 900-1150 (Math and Critical Reading sections only). The equivalent in ACT terms would be 19-24. In evaluating your scores, we combine the totals of your highest Math and highest Critical Reading sections.
  • Letters of Recommendation: At least two written recommendations from a reputable source (faculty, coaches, guidance counselors, employer supervisor, etc.).
  • Essay or Graded Paper: You should submit, along with your completed application, a graded essay/term paper written in the last year or submit an essay written in 500 words or less that addresses one of the following concerns: a) Name your favorite piece of literature and explain why it is so meaningful, b) If you could solve one world problem, explain the problem and what creative solutions you would use to solve the problem. You should type, sign and date your essay.
Courses
  • Liberal Arts Core (54 credits)
  • Drawing I
  • 2D Design
  • 3D Design
  • Color Theory
  • Photography I
  • Computer Art I
  • Computer Design I
  • Life Drawing
  • Typography/Layout
  • Sculpture I
  • Painting I
  • Junior Comprehensive (1 credit)
  • Digital Imaging I
  • Advanced Portfolio
  • Senior Seminar (2 credits)
  • Senior Thesis (4 credits)
  • History of Design
  • World Art I
  • Modern Art
  • World Art II
  • six (6) additional studio courses – two must be 300 level or above

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