Online Bachelor’s in Art & Design
Turn your passion for art and design into a career you can be just as passionate about with an online BA/BFA in Art & Design. Prepare to serve at the intersection of technology and creativity in a number of industries and job settings.
Focus your studies to align with your career aspirations through a choice of emphasis in one of three areas: graphic design, digital art, or photography. Develop your expertise in industry-driven topics such as digital photography, web design, and digital art. Pursue opportunities in art direction, marketing management, graphic design, and much more!
The Bachelor of Arts degree program is ideal for students who wish to double major or diversify their skills with additional minors and whose educational goal is a major in art and design that incorporates more substantive study in the liberal arts, while the Bachelor of Fine Arts program provides the student the opportunity to learn the basics of art history and theory, while also allowing them to focus their studies on an emphasis area such as photography or graphic design. Both programs focus on creativity, problem solving, project development and teamwork, and mastery of technique and craftsmanship, while providing the interdisciplinary perspective necessary to succeed in today’s art and design fields.
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Program at a Glance
2-4 years
Duration
90-111
Credit Hours
$495
Cost per Credit
100%
Online
Course Spotlights
Our online programs offer immersive learning where and when you need it – connecting you to the classroom-to-career tools you need to build the future you want.
Industry-Driven Art & Design Curriculum
From instructors rooted in real-world expertise in areas such as history, photography, video, and web design to coursework that aligns with best practices in the field, your BA/BFA in art & design degree program will connect classroom with your career through immersive, experiential learning in your area of interest.
Capstone Project or Internship Opportunity
Reinforce your classroom learning in art & design through a capstone project or internship. Apply a cumulative understanding of your coursework through your capstone experience or take your learning directly to a role in the field through an internship in the community.
Accelerated Degree Completion
Complete your bachelor’s degree in art & design in as little as two years online, and transfer your learning directly to the field even before you graduate.
Transfer up to 9 Credits
Complete your bachelor’s in art & design even faster by transferring credits from your previous learning experiences. Save time and money on your education!
Concentrations
The BFA in Art and Design with an Emphasis in Digital Art provides the format and tools that allow traditional fine arts students to work in digital media. With a firm foundation in the theories and techniques of studio art, digital art majors will be provided the software skills necessary to thrive in the digital art and design industries.
The BFA in Art and Design with an Emphasis in Graphic Design covers several areas in design: print and publication, advertising, typography and illustration, web design, user experience, and motion design.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Art and Design with an emphasis in Photography prepares students for a variety of careers in the field. Beginning with strong foundational principles of design in related fields, and how to apply them in videography, web design, and more, students then move on to the advanced study in the field of photography specifically. The degree is ideal for students who wish to delve deeply into the field and prepare a professional portfolio to enter into a career directly after graduation. As with the other BFA programs, the emphasis in Photography focuses on creativity, problem solving, project development and teamwork, and mastery of technique and craftsmanship, while providing the interdisciplinary perspective necessary to succeed in today’s art and design fields.
Why Choose Lindenwood University Online?
Since 1832, Lindenwood University has served students worldwide with affordable, high-quality academic programs providing real experience and real success. After nearly 200 years of academic excellence, Lindenwood is committed to a set of core values, including integrity, dedication, excellence, creativity, and community.
Quality
We evolve our online degree programs to reflect the latest in academic research and innovation and to meet the top standards of higher education.
Affordability
We are committed to offering our students studying online low tuition rates on top of multiple ways to save on your education.
Career-Focused
Our programs align curriculum to industry realities from experienced instructors who share real-world insights.
Support
We employ experts who are dedicated to helping our students with financial aid planning, enrollment counseling, tutoring services, and more.
We are committed to helping you succeed.
Throughout each step of your online degree program, you will receive support. From enrollment and tuition planning to staying on the right track, your support team is there to ensure your success.