The B.F.A. degree is considered the professional undergraduate degree in the field of visual arts. The four-year program at University of South Dakota focuses on intensive work in art or design, supported by a program of general studies. The B.F.A. is designed for students who desire a thorough, specialized and rigorous training to develop skills, concepts and sensitivities essential to a career as a professional artist or designer.
The University of South Dakota painting program provides students with the knowledge and tools necessary to proceed as informed, competent and creative artists. Bridging both the technical and conceptual approaches to painting, University of South Dakota offers a rigorous and supportive environment that encourages creative thought and personal growth through research, experimentation and critical discussion. Students gain the knowledge to develop a thoughtfully executed and skilled body of paintings and learn to contextualize their work through readings, field trips and research.
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Requirements:
- Submit official transcripts of all previous education
- Submitting SAT/ACT score is optional
- Submit English Language Proficiency test scores
English Language Requirements:
- TOEFL: minimum 71 in iBT; 8 in TOEFL Essentials
- IELTS: minimum 6.0
- Duolingo: minimum 100
- PTE: minimum 48
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
TEC Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 82,890/Yr$1,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Microsoft Tuition Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
QS scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Jane M. Klausman Women in Business Scholarship | Scholarship per student₹ 4.1 L/Yr$5,000 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
SWE Scholarships | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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