Cost & earnings at Abilene Christian University What students borrow here, and what they go on to earn
Fine Arts graduates earn a median $25,467 Across 1,085 US programmes, two years after finishing
See the degree grade →The Bachelor of Fine Arts at Abilene Christian University is a studio-focused undergraduate degree with configurable tracks in Sculpture, Painting, Graphic Design and All-Level Teaching. It suits students seeking intensive practical training and a clear major pathway toward creative or teaching careers in the visual arts.
Study is structured around a major of 72 credit hours in one of four track areas: Sculpture, Painting, Graphic Design, or All-Level Teaching. In addition to the major, students complete 56 credit hours of university requirements. There are no elective credit hours required in the program as presented, and the total required varies by track, with a stated total of 131 credit hours based on track selection.
The program page does not list specific admissions criteria. Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact the Art and Design department or the Student Success Manager for details about application steps, portfolio expectations, and advising.
The B.F.A. prepares students for studio-based careers or roles that leverage specialized visual skills (for example, work in sculpture, painting, graphic design) and for those pursuing teaching through the All-Level Teaching track. Students may also pair the major with the available minor to broaden professional options.
The course description does not specify scholarship programs. Students should consult ACU’s central scholarships office and the Art and Design department for information on arts scholarships, departmental awards, and other funding opportunities.
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