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The College of Fine Arts at the University of Arizona offers liberal arts (Bachelor of Arts) and professional undergraduate (Bachelor of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Music) degrees, through the School of Art, School of Dance, School of Music and School of Theatre, Film and Television.

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degrees

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees are broadly constructed programs where students develop an understanding of their primary academic area, called their major. Their studies are matched by the completion of a required minor, often selected to complement the major. Applicants to the BA degrees will sometimes need to successfully complete an additional College of Fine Arts application process and be admitted to a specific major (BA Art History, BA Studio Art & BA Film & Television – Online do not require additional applications).

  • Art History
  • Film & Television
  • Music (Emphasis: Instrumental Studies, Integrated Studies, Musicology/Ethnomusicology/Theory, Vocal Studies)
  • Studio Art
  • Theatre Arts
  • Design Arts & Practice

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) Degrees

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees are designed for students who want to focus on specific academic, artistic, and career preparation in their arts disciplines. Applicants to the BFA degrees must successfully complete a College of Fine Arts application process and be admitted to a specific major. The application will include an audition/portfolio review process. There may be additional mandatory reviews for continuation in certain professional programs.

  • Art & Visual Culture Education (Emphasis: Teaching or Community Museums)
  • Studio Art (Emphasis: 2D; 3D & Extended Media; Illustration, Design and Animation; and Photography, Video and Imaging)
  • Dance
  • Film & Television
  • Musical Theatre
  • Theatre Production (Emphasis: Design & Technology or Professional Actor Training)

Bachelor of Music (BM) Degrees

The Bachelor of Music (BM) degrees are designed for students who want to focus on specific academic, artistic, and career preparation in their arts disciplines. Applicants to the BM degrees must successfully complete a College of Fine Arts application process and be admitted to a specific major. The application will include an audition/portfolio review process.

  • Composition
  • Jazz Studies
  • Music Education
  • Performance (Instrumental or Voice)

For more specific degree information, view the School’s website.

School of Art
School of Dance
Fred Fox School of Music
School of Theatre, Film and Television

CFA Student Services

Deanna Fitzgerald Vice Dean, Fine Arts | Professor, School of Theatre, Film and Television
deannaf@arizona.edu
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Blanca Payne Associate Director, Student Success
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Matt Denney Coordinator, Recruiting
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Lindsay Clark Coordinator, Student Success
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Music Bldg, Room 111
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Melanie J Marsh Program Assistant
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Kimberly Moore Financial Aid Professional II
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Ms. Norma Ayon Associate Director, Advising
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Hannah Lawless Academic Advisor I
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Hannah Meyer Academic Advisor I
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Brian Cormac Peel Academic Advisor I
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Karin Nolan Associate Professor of Practice | Associate Professor of Practice, Music
knolan@arizona.edu
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Hey CFA students, want an opportunity to be a Student Leader in the Arts? 🎭🩰🎥🎨

Attend the JustArts Fellowship information session Thursday, March 21 at 11am in the Slonaker Living Room and on Zoom.

Come learn about this paid opportunity ($6,000 plus $1,500 for supplies/execution) to make an impact through the arts and connect to a broader community in the CFA and beyond!

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Hey CFA students, want an opportunity to be a Student Leader in the Arts? 🎭🩰🎥🎨

Attend the JustArts Fellowship information session Thursday, March 21 at 11am in the Slonaker Living Room and on Zoom. 

Come learn about this paid opportunity ($6,000 plus $1,500 for supplies/execution) to make an impact through the arts and connect to a broader community in the CFA and beyond! 

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3 days ago
Arizona Arts

In the heart of the Marroney Theatre, the stage is set for an electrifying performance that has captivated audiences and sent shivers down their spines. “Sweeney Todd,” the iconic musical that left its mark on Broadway, is ready for its final weekend of performances, under the meticulous care of stage manager Tiffany Fraser.

“Stage managing ‘Sweeney Todd’ has been a dream come true,” she said. “It’s been a challenge, but it’s also been incredibly rewarding to witness the magic unfold backstage.”

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In the heart of the Marroney Theatre, the stage is set for an electrifying performance that has captivated audiences and sent shivers down their spines. “Sweeney Todd,” the iconic musical that left its mark on Broadway, is ready for its final weekend of performances, under the meticulous care of stage manager Tiffany Fraser. 

“Stage managing ‘Sweeney Todd’ has been a dream come true,” she said. “It’s been a challenge, but it’s also been incredibly rewarding to witness the magic unfold backstage.”

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4 days ago
Arizona Arts

Congratulations to Kyle Baird (‘24) who was named the 2023-2024 Presser Scholar by The University of Arizona School of Music 👏👏👏

As a senior studying viola performance, Kylie lives and breathes music. In addition to her classes, since her sophomore year, she has performed with the Arizona Symphony Orchestra and has recently found a passion for participating in musicology-based projects and research.

We asked Kylie what she liked most about her college career.

“I think it might be cliche but going to all the music classes. Getting more knowledge on music theory in music literature–I try to apply things like researching the piece and the stylistic things–into my own performance. So as cheesy as it is, I really like the core classes because it’s all directly impacted the way I perceive and develop my own playing.”

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In the picture, School of Music Director Dr. Lori Wiest presents Kylie Baird the 2024 Presser Scholar award with Dr. Robert C. Robbins at the 50th Annual President’s Concert early last month.
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Congratulations to Kyle Baird (‘24) who was named the 2023-2024 Presser Scholar by The University of Arizona School of Music 👏👏👏

As a senior studying viola performance, Kylie lives and breathes music. In addition to her classes, since her sophomore year, she has performed with the Arizona Symphony Orchestra and has recently found a passion for participating in musicology-based projects and research.  

We asked Kylie what she liked most about her college career. 

“I think it might be cliche but going to all the music classes. Getting more knowledge on music theory in music literature–I try to apply things like researching the piece and the stylistic things–into my own performance. So as cheesy as it is, I really like the core classes because it’s all directly impacted the way I perceive and develop my own playing.”

Read more at the 🔗 in bio.

In the picture, School of Music Director Dr. Lori Wiest presents Kylie Baird the 2024 Presser Scholar award with Dr. Robert C. Robbins at the 50th Annual President’s Concert early last month.
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