School of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art, Illustration
The Illustration concentration prepares students for careers in editorial and commercial illustration as well as entertainment and digital media, supported by the traditional studio disciplines of painting and drawing emphasizing image design and development.
Students studying Illustration are engaged in constant visual problem solving and image creation. The goal is to produce a strong portfolio with a distinct personal style and rich visual vocabulary.
The Illustration concentration for the Art, BFA degree began in 2017. It was founded as part of an articulation agreement with ESA Saint-Luc in Brussels, Belgium. The innovative pedagogy of ESA Saint-Luc influenced the foundation of the concentration in the School of Art and Design.
Program Snapshot
Number of Credit Hours: 120 Total Hours
Time to Complete: Four-year Program
Primary Campus: ÈâÈ⴫ý
Program Format: Face-to-Face*
*A limited selection of courses may be available in an online or hybrid format.
Apply NowWhat can you do with a BFA in Art, Illustration degree?
There are numerous careers for graduates with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art with a concentration in Illustration. Below are a few paths that you can pursue in your career:
- Advertising/Marketing
- Animator
- Assistant Designer
- College/University Instructor*
- Concept Artist
- Editorial/Commercial Illustrator
- Freelance Artist
- Graphic Designer
- Illustrator
- User Experience (UX) Designer
- Storyboard Artist
- Tattoo Artist
* May require additional advanced education
