Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art

Bachelor of Arts
The University of Virginia's College at Wise

We live in an increasingly visual culture. The visual arts programÿat UVA Wise seeks to teach students how to more effectively utilize this visual language. This knowledge is needed both by those that wish to work in the visual arts as a profession, as well as those who simply wish to be more aware of how visual communication functions and become more literate in the visual language that surrounds us.


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree If you love the humanities and see yourself immersed in the arts this may be the major for you. This is a broad-based program in the visual arts stressing interdiciplinary study rooted in both thinking and practice. This program encoursages critical and creative thinking skills, extensive studio work and academic research.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

There are no specific course requirements prior to entering this program of study.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and The University of Virginia's College at Wise within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree Students may also add a minor area of study, including those in the department (music and theater). Program involves hands-on, real-world applications of team-work, problem-solving, planning, organization, analysis, communication, design, logistics, engineering, fabrication, management, marketing and public relations to prepare for graduate studies and professional careers.
Program Successes & Highlights Students immerse themselves in the artistic area of their choice. Students particpate in campus gallery displays of their work. Students complete junior and senior level studio seminar courses.
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art
120
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art
120
Transfer credits will be evaluated, and as applicable, up to 62 credits may be applied to this program.
Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art
120
This requires a minimum GPA of 2
Liberal Arts Core
48
Freshman Seminar
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Written Communication
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
LAC Global Communications
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
LAC Quantitative Reasoning
6
Earn 6 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Scientific Reasoning
8
Earn 8 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Contextual
21
Requirement Notes
Requirement Notes:
Students must take at least 3 credit hours from each subarea (Self, Community, Nation, and World) and a total of 21 hours.
LAC Contextual Self
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Contextual Community
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Contextual Nation
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
LAC Contextual World
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
BA ART Major
54
ART Core
30
Earn 30 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
ART CORE - I st Year Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
ART CORE - 2nd Year Elective
9
Earn 9 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
ART CORE - 3rd year Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
ART CORE - 4th year Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
ART CORE - Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Category:
Free Electives
18
Earn 18 credits by completing any available course
Applicable Admissions Agreements
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The table below lists admissions agreements between The University of Virginia's College at Wise and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name Type Title
Richard Bland College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Richard Bland College and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Blue Ridge Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Central Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Danville Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Mountain Gateway Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Eastern Shore Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Germanna Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Brightpoint Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Laurel Ridge Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Mountain Empire Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
New River Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Northern Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Paul D. Camp Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Patrick & Henry Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Piedmont Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Rappahannock Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Southside Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Southwest Virginia Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Tidewater Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Virginia Peninsula Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Virginia Highlands Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Virginia Western Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise
Wytheville Community College GAA Guaranteed Admission Agreement Virginia Community College System and The University of Virginia's College at Wise

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion Completion of an Associates of Arts or Associate if Science degree will fullfill all general education requirements at Wise with the exception of foreign language and four cultural activity credits. Depending on the major of choice, some general education courses may fulfil major requirements.

If you have a completed Associate of Arts or Science degree complete, you will be able to step right into your major and begin the work on completing your bachelor's degree at UVA WISE.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School If you have a completed Associate of Arts or Science degree complete, you will be able to step right into your major and begin the work on completing your bachelor's degree at UVA WISE.
Credit for Prior Learning UVA Wise accepts CLEP, AP, IB and Cambridge credits for students who meet specified scores.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: The University of Virginia's College at Wise
College Level Information
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Transfer Center
Visit our transfer site for more information
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Transfer Admission Application
Transfer Students - Apply Here
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Transfer Student Aid
Financial Aid for Transfer Students
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Number of Transfer Students
150
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
92% of Transfer students who applied were accepted. The average GPA of transfer studenst accepted was 2.98
College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Yes! We have a place for you at Wise! https://college-life.uvawise.edu/
Transfer Student Catalog Year You can choose your first year of attendance at Wise or two years earlier.
First Year Student Catalog Year Your catalog year would be your first year at Wise or when you officially declare your major.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Interested students submit an online request form found here: https://www.uvawise.edu/registrar/transferring-courses
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual ArtsAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Film SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Photo SpecializationAssociateAssociate of Applied Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Laurel Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Art degree in Liberal Arts: Fine Arts MajorAssociateAssociate of Art2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Northern Virginia Community CollegeMusic, A.F.A.AssociateAssociate of Fine Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in ArtAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community CollegeAssociate of Arts in Theatre/DramaAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Online, Hybrid
Ferrum CollegeB.F.A. in Music and Theatre: Professional Stage PerformanceBachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community CollegeAssociate of Arts Degree in Fine ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Sweet Briar CollegeBachelor of Arts in Performing ArtsBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in ActingBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Arts AdministrationBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Directing/Dramatic LiteratureBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Design/Technical TheaterBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Musical TheaterBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Christopher Newport UniversityBachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Theater StudiesBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art - Art Education PK-12 BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Artist’s Books and Printmaking BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Design in Craft BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Painting/Drawing BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Photography BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music - Piano Pedagogy Emphasis BABachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music BABachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Choral Track BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Instrumental Track BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Performance BMBachelorBachelor of Music4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Design and Technology BFA BachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Performance BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Education PK-12 BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Longwood University Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Generalist BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Richard Bland CollegeAssociate of ArtsAssociateAssociate of Arts2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
George Mason UniversityArt and Visual Technology, BABachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
George Mason UniversityArt and Visual Technology, BFABachelorBachelor of Fine Arts4-YearIn-Person
University of Mary WashingtonBA in TheatreBachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Emory & Henry UniversityArt: Studio (BA)BachelorBachelor of Arts4-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
25-1121.00Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, PostsecondaryTeach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.Educational Instruction and Library Occupations
27-1019.00Artists and Related Workers, All OtherAll artists and related workers not listed separately.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1012.00Craft ArtistsCreate or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1013.00Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and IllustratorsCreate original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4021.00PhotographersPhotograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 120 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art at The University of Virginia's College at Wise
These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $5,890 Per Semester $47,120 $0 $47,120 Per semester tuition for a full time status of 12 - 18 credit hours
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Tuition & Fee Notes:
  • New Student Fees
    • New Student Fees of $2750 apply to every student and includes Student Information System, Student Activity, and Technology fees.
  • Part Time Students
    • Students that take less than 12 credits hour per semester are charged $250 per credit hour as well student fees.
    • Students that take more than 18 hour per semester are charged $250 per credit hour but no additional fees apply.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.