St. Petersburg College

Programme overview

This transfer plan leads to an Associate in Arts degree from St. Petersburg College while aligning coursework to meet the prerequisites for the University of South Florida Tampa Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art. It is intended to prepare students for direct transfer into USF Tampa's Studio Art BA (CIP 50.0701) and includes completion of state‑mandated prerequisite courses.

What you'll study

The program follows an Academic Pathway that lists a recommended sequence of courses, indicates semester offerings and shows prerequisite relationships. Course content may change over time; students should consult their Academic Pathway in MySPC (Titan Hub) to see the specific courses and recommended order for their effective catalog term.

Entry requirements

Students must complete the Associate in Arts degree requirements and the State Mandated Prerequisite courses to be prepared for transfer into the USF Tampa Studio Art BA. The Fuse Program option requires students to declare enrollment before completing 30 credit hours and to meet additional eligibility criteria (minimum GPA, completion of the Academic Pathway courses, completion of state prerequisites, and graduation with an A.A.) to secure guaranteed admission. Students are advised to consult the receiving institution for any additional requirements such as foreign language or minimum GPA and to confirm if the major is limited access.

Career prospects

An A.A. transfer plan with a studio art concentration can prepare students for careers in fine, studio or commercial arts, teaching, exhibit curation and archives, or art therapy. Completing the transfer pathway positions graduates to continue onto the BA at USF Tampa for further professional or academic options.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

Students should explore SPC and USF institutional scholarships, external arts scholarships, and financial aid. Participation in the Fuse Program can provide a clarified transfer route that may help plan costs and timelines; contact SPC financial aid and the program advisor for current funding opportunities and application guidance.