美术学士学位（BFA）的授予是对成功完成长期和密集的工作室课程工作以及对艺术史和批评的支持研究的认可。最后两年的学习包括以下领域之一的专门研究领域：陶瓷，新媒体，绘画，绘画，摄影，版画或雕塑。该大学是美国艺术与设计学校协会的认可机构成员。希望获得在另一所机构修读的高等工作室艺术课程的学分的转学生必须在注册期之前向该部门提交作品集。该作品集应至少包含六个原始示例，或者是在学生希望获得其学分的另一所机构修读的每个高级课程中完成的艺术品的CD / DVD数字作品集。
UTSA students seeking an Art degree choose between two distinct National Association of Schools of Art and Design accredited studio art degrees. Whether you aspire to become a professional artist, fine arts educator, performer or scholar, a studio art degree from UTSA serves as the perfect opportunity to enhance your creative and contemporary pursuits under a close mentorship. The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) includes intensive studio coursework along with supportive studies in art history and criticism. The Bachelor of Arts (BA) focuses on foundation study, specializations in studio art practices, and a broad foundation in art history.<br>UTSA is all about your success. Our experiential learning initiative takes what you learn in the classroom and helps you apply it to real life. As a student in the College of Liberal & Fine Arts (COLFA), you will explore, engage and reflect on your experiences to launch your career in a global society. The COLFA Student Success Center is a one-stop resource to help you achieve your academic, personal and professional goals. Receive tutoring, find internships, connect with industry professionals for job opportunities, and enhance your professional development skills through the center's comprehensive programming.