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Bachelor of Arts in Art

Shorelight Group - University of Alaska Fairbanks

USA,Alaska

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 29,190/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Alaska

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1917

Total Students: 7,451 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

505 S Chandalar, Fairbanks, AK 99775, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Art

Program Overview

Art

Earn your art degree in one of the strongest Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) programs in the nation. The bachelor’s in art is a professionally focused program that empowers you to explore and master skills needed for a variety of art careers, and present your work in a professional context.

You’ll learn in small classes, access multiple studios in our Fine Arts Complex and have access to a vibrant art community in Fairbanks. You’ll also gain professional experience and acquire practical training, including the opportunity to display your work in our University Art Gallery.

Through a unique focus on Alaska Native Arts, our program fosters a commitment to diversity and encourages new ways of creating as part of the Alaska aesthetic. Our students reflect the wide diversity of cultures of the circumpolar North and range in age from their teens to the 80s. Together, you’ll work in a friendly and open atmosphere that fosters creativity and exploration.

What Is a BFA Degree?

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) is a type of art degree that is designed for students who want to focus on developing their creative talents and preparing for a career in the arts. A fine arts degree is ideal if you have a good idea of what you want to do. The Bachelor of Arts, by comparison, tends to be more broad based and flexible. With the BA, you’ll take more liberal arts courses (such as literature and history). With the BFA degree, you’ll focus more on intensive art and design studies.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
aug 2025		Closed
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 29,190 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Shorelight Group - University of Alaska Fairbanks

CAD 11,990 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 55.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 65.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
No Scholarships offerred to International Students Please note that this is a Member University if student wants to enquire about the available scholarship they need to directly connect with the university/Department

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.