Bachelor of Arts in Art

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The Bachelor of Arts in Art at UNC Greensboro is a comprehensive liberal arts degree with a grounding in the humanities and sciences. The program has two concentrations, Studio Art and Art History. Students in both concentrations directly benefit from museum access, a thriving downtown arts community, and built-in professional minors.

Bachelor’s in Art Program distinctions

Unlike a rigid BFA, the Bachelors in Art program at UNCG allows for flexibility to either focus on a specific medium, broadly explore different art forms or to study art history.

BA in Art students have a choice of two concentrations: Art History or Studio Art.

The School of Art faculty have developed two unique and dynamic minors. Each minor provides experiences that develop professional skill sets for a range of creative fields from arts leadership, entrepreneurship, social justice initiatives, community activism, and contemporary art practices.  Learn more about a Concentration in Interdisciplinary Art and Social Practice or Art Administration.

Bachelor’s in ARt student Experience

Art History and Studio Art majors have hands-on opportunities with the on-campus Weatherspoon Art Museum.

Clubs and organizations for BA students include:

Students have the option to live in an arts-focused residential community alongside other visual artists. musicians, dancers, and theater students. Studio 91 in Cone Residence Hall features a 24/7 drawing lounge, visual art studios, and music composition labs right inside your dorm.

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How to Apply to the Bachelor’s in Art Program

Students interested in the BA in Art complete UNCG’s undergraduate admission process and the School of Art application/audition process. Students are not required to submit a portfolio for the BA program.

After Graduating with Your Bachelor’s in Art

BA Art graduate pursue career pathways across several distinct industries including:

  • Museum Curator or Registrar
  • Gallery Manager or Director
  • Arts Administrator
  • Marketing and Branding Specialist
  • Social Media Manager
  • Community Arts Organizer

Frequently Asked Questions about the Bachelor’s in Art

The main advantage of a BA in Art over a BFA is academic flexibility. While a BFA is a highly structured, pre-professional degree focused on intensive studio training, a BA operates as a broader liberal arts degree that leaves you with more time, choices, and career versatility.

No. BA and BFA students do not have the exact same level of physical studio access. While both programs share many resources, the pre-professional nature of the BFA grants those students higher priority for physical space. BA students do not receive individual personal studio spaces. They utilize communal, shared classrooms during open-lab hours student enrolled full-time in an art course can access the shared painting, drawing, and digital labs during standard operating hours

A BA in Art opens doors to a wide range of fields because it combines visual talent with critical thinking, research, and communication skills. Because UNCG requires BA students to complete a minor or pair their studies with a double major, you can uniquely customize your degree for the commercial market.

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Program Details

Degree Type: Bachelor's

College/School: College of Visual and Performing Arts

Program Type: Majors & Concentrations

Class Type: In Person

Catalog Name: Art, B.A.

Contact Us

School of Art
336-334-5248
Jennifer Hutchens, Administrative Support Associate
art@uncg.edu