SADAH's Art Degree Programs allow students to develop a visual vocabulary, foster a deeper understanding of the formal visual relationships in the art and design process, enhance their aesthetic awareness of art forms, and promote independence to seek professional growth.
BFA in Art
The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree is for those students whose goal is the professional production of visual art. Only those students serious about preparing for a studio career in the visual arts and willing to commit the time and energy necessary to achieve professional competence in their chosen area of emphasis should enroll. Within the major, students develop competency in several media and foster a professional command of at least one medium through a concentration. Upon graduation, students are prepared to pursue the professional production and exhibition of their art or more in-depth study at the graduate school level.
The BFA in Art requires a portfolio review.
Art BFA Studio Concentrations
BA in Art
The Bachelor of Arts degree is for students interested in pursuing a program of art study that promotes lifelong learning with an emphasis on the humanities.
Designed for students who seek a breadth of knowledge in the visual arts, the BA in Art is suited for students with an interest or background in the humanities.
The BA in Art does not require a portfolio review.
BS in Art
The Bachelor of Science degree is for students seeking a breadth of knowledge in the visual arts and with a preferred interest or background preparation in math, the natural sciences, or the social sciences. The Art BS allows students to develop their visual vocabulary and provides a range of elective options that complement the major in art.
The BS in Art does not require a portfolio review.
Hardware and Software Requirements
SADAH's programs require all students to have a laptop computer equipped with and capable of running any necessary software. SADAH considers a laptop an essential tool for total participation in classes and content. Read more about SADAH's hardware and software requirements.
Suggested Specifications
Operating System (OS)
MacOS
Storage (GB)
512GB
Screen Size (IN)
13”
Random Access Memory (RAM)
32GB
Graphics Memory (VRAM)
6GB
Processor (CPU)
M3 pro or Intel 13th Gen i7 / i9
Required Specifications
Operating System (OS)
MacOS or Windows 11
Storage (GB)
512GB
Screen Size (IN)
13”
Random Access Memory (RAM)
16GB
Graphics Memory (VRAM)
4GB
Processor (CPU)
M3 pro or Intel 13th Gen i5
Required Software
Microsoft 365*
Zoom*
*Provided by JMU
Corinne Diop
Graduate Director for Art, Photography Area Coordinator, Coordinator of Art Minor, Professor of Art
Robert Mertens
Fibers Area Head, Associate Professor
Mark Rooker
Art Area Coordinator, Metals and Jewelry Area Head, Professor of Art
Rebecca Silberman
Professor of Art, Photography
Greg Stewart
Sculpture Area Head, Professor of Art
Susan Zurbrigg
Painting and Drawing Area Head, Professor of Art
