Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) - Fine Arts Studio Practice

Rigorous fine arts studio curriculum covering painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, video, and social practice, situated in the heart of New York's art ecosystem.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: High school diploma with creative merit; comprehensive 15-20 piece artwork portfolio; Cooper Union Hometest
English language proficiency: TOEFL 100+
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Personal artist statement
Recommendation letters: Two instructor recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Automatic minimum 50% tuition scholarship plus need-based tuition coverage up to 100%
Application fee: $75
Tuition / joining costs: $22,275/year (after automatic 50% scholarship)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: January 5, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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