Bachelor of Arts
Explore traditional and emerging mediums through curriculum well-defined in drawing, painting, photography, printmaking or sculpture, video art or digital work. Discover new and different sources of inspiration as you pursue an established medium or expand your talents across a wide spectrum of forms and styles, with each discipline instructed by knowledgeable and experienced faculty.
Faculty members are active, practicing artists with a deep understanding of their mediums and the ability to help you find your own voice and style. Contemplate diverse and fascinating perspectives through guest lectures by artists and historians hosted by the department.
(36 credits)
18 credits from electives with an A ART prefix; 3 of these credits may be from any course that applies to the art history major
You can save time and money by beginning your graduate degree coursework while still enrolled as an undergraduate student. Up to 12 academic credits, billed at the undergraduate rate, will count towards both degrees – so you’ll complete your combined program in only 5 years and spend less than you would if you completed each program separately.
Combine your Studio Art degree with the MS in Information Science program. This ALA-accredited master's program covers a broad range of interdisciplinary topics related to library science, information processing, information management and data analysis.
Seek further education, harness design sense in a behind-the-scenes creative role, or take an administrative role in the art world, with a degree in art. Diverse and compelling career options include:
"What I love about being an art major is that the work is hands-on, which prepares you more for what you want to do after college. Each professor gives me the privilege to express my thoughts and passion towards the work I do."
-Antwine Sakil, class of 2019
Learning objectives that UAlbany students are expected to attain through their course of study within their academic program.
Live and take classes with other incoming freshmen who share your personal interests, passions or intended academic major.
Become a global citizen: international experience is crucial to success in business, education, research, and public policy.
Research, scholarship, and creative activities at the University at Albany is an option for all students, across all academic disciplines. You will be able to learn more about a specific academic field or career path all while building a long-lasting mentoring relationship with a faculty member or principal investigator.
Build competency in a passion or strengthen your resume.
A minor consists of 18–24 graduation credits which must include a minimum of 9 graduation credits of advanced coursework at or above the 300 level. Most undergraduate degrees require completing a minor and it has to have a different title from your major.