To receive a bachelor's degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete at least 120 units of credit that minimally includes a major, the liberal studies requirements, and university requirements as listed below.
The full policy can be viewed here.
In addition to University Requirements:
Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.
Minimum Units for Completion | 120 |
Highest Mathematics Required | MAT 114 |
University Honors Program | Optional |
Progression Plan Link | View Progression Plan |
Degree Program Student Learning Outcomes for the Bachelor of Fine Arts: (BFA) encompass knowledge, skills, and dispositions that upon graduation lead to highly qualified studio artists. Students are expected to exhibit strong evidence of achieving a level of proficiency necessary for graduation and to participate effectively in a competitive visual arts market.
Studio Arts Core Learning Outcomes
Take the following 54 units:
Additional coursework is required if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any of the academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. You may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren't used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.
We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you.
You must have completed all of the coursework used to fulfill these requirements within the last 10 years.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.