Academic Programs
The School of Art offers dynamic programs that blend creative practice with critical and historical understanding of the visual arts.
Undergraduate degrees in Art and Art History provide a strong foundation in studio techniques, visual analysis, and cultural context, encouraging students to explore diverse media, traditions, and contemporary issues while developing their own creative voice. With access to the Bay Area’s rich network of museums and galleries, students gain valuable hands-on experience and professional insight. The interdisciplinary Master of Fine Arts program further advances artistic practice across a range of media, while minors in Art and Art History offer flexible options for students seeking to deepen their engagement with the arts.
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Arts in Art: Concentration in Art History and Studio Art
The bachelor of arts in art degree program provides innovative and rigorous majors in studio art and art history/studio art.
Bachelor of Art in Art History
The Bachelor of Arts in Art History gives students the opportunity to learn about the visual cultures of the past and present around the globe.
Bachelor of Art in Studio Art
The Bachelor of Art in Studio Art provides students with the framework to develop their own body of work through a variety of studio experiences supported by knowledge of past and contemporary art-making practices.
Minor in Studio Art
The Minor in Studio Art gives students the opportunity to take courses in studio art and to gain experience in the fundamentals and principles of art practice.
Minor in Art History
The Minor in Art History gives students the opportunity to learn about the visual cultures of the past and present around the globe.
Graduate Programs
Master of Fine Arts in Art
The 60-unit, Master of Fine Arts in Art program at SF State is completed in two years and is designed to provide professional competency for the student pursuing a career as an artist including working in public roles.