Whether you need a portfolio to enter the art department is the most often asked question by new and prospective students. The answer is no, you will not need to show any artwork to enter the program. Once you are accepted to the K-State, you are accepted to the Art Department. You will be admitted as a general BFA, Bachelor of Fine Arts student. The semester you are enrolled in the final of your core classes, you will be applying to your chosen concentration. Until this point, you are considered a general Fine Arts student and are not specifically a graphic design, photo, etc major. Check out the FAQ link for further information.
Each spring, during the K-State Open House incoming freshman or transfer students will be the opportunity for incoming fall students to apply for scholarships by portfolio. Though most students bring the work to campus, should distance or time prevent you from making the trip to K-State, we will accept slides or photographs of artwork. Contact the Art Office (art@ksu.edu) for an application form, or download the PDF in the scholarship section to your left.
If you would like to schedule a visit to the art department and meet with me to discuss the program, your interests and direction, call Campus Visits at 785-532-6318 for a scheduled day on campus visiting housing, financial aid, a campus tour and visits to the departments of your choice.
