Associate in Fine Arts

Admission & Degree Requirements

Portfolio Development

This degree includes successful completion of ART 289 Portfolio Development the semester prior to graduation, and the satisfactory evaluation of a final graduation portfolio that is representative of art program coursework at Black Hawk College.

Students will meet with a program advisor to determine career/transfer objectives and assess portfolio needs/strengths. Additional coursework or internships may be advised to strengthen portfolio work or develop additional skills.

All Design fields and most BFA Studio programs require a second semester portfolio review prior to being admitted to the degree program. Demonstrated proficiency and specific grade point averages may be required. Most coursework will be accepted but additional work to strengthen the portfolio may be required prior to admission thus delaying the time to degree completion. Students are strongly encouraged to contact their preference of transfer institution prior to their sophomore year for specific admission advice.

General Education Requirements

Each student who is awarded an Associate in Fine Arts degree by the College shall have completed thirty seven (37) credit hours of general education.

Credits & GPA Requirements

• A grade of “C” or better in English 101 and English 102 is required for graduation. Students transferring courses equivalent to English 101 and 102 to Black Hawk College must have a grade of “C” or better in those courses in order to obtain transfer credit.
• A total of sixty-two (62) credit hours with a “C” (2.0) grade point average or above for all work completed at Black Hawk College.
• Student must earn at least 24 credit hours, excluding non-traditional credit options, at Black Hawk College.
• No courses numbered below 100 will apply towards satisfying any AFA degree requirements.