Admissions: Undergraduate Art

To be eligible for admission, transfer applicants must have a minimum of 60 transferable credits.

• The UF Office of Admissions evaluates whether credits earned at other institutions can be transferred to UF.
• The SA+AH Admissions and Advising staff determine how transferred credits apply toward specific degree requirements.

Note: If all credits were earned at a Florida state college, UF will accept a maximum of 60 credit hours, even if you’ve completed more than that. For example, if you’ve taken 90 credits at a Florida state college, only 60 will count toward your UF degree.

If you’ve already completed 90 or more credits at a four-year institution, you may not be eligible for admission to UF as a transfer student.

We encourage students in this situation to complete their undergraduate degree at their current institution and explore graduate programs at the University of Florida.

A minimum 3.0 GPA is required in the following courses:

• 2-Dimensional Design
• 3-Dimensional Design
• Drawing 1
• Drawing 2
• Art History 1 (Survey of Western art from ancient to Renaissance)
• Art History 2 (Survey of Western art from Renaissance through modern)
• Two additional studio courses

Note:

• ART1001 Art Fundamentals is not accepted as a prerequisite.
• While these courses do not need to be completed before applying, all prerequisites must be completed prior to enrolling at UF.
• Prerequisites may not be taken at UF—they must be completed before transferring.

We strongly recommend completing as many studio prerequisites as possible before submitting your application. These courses often contribute to a stronger portfolio. The list above reflects minimum requirements—students are encouraged to take additional studio courses to strengthen their preparation.

Questions?
Reach out to the Undergraduate Advisor for personalized recommendations.

To be eligible for admission to the Art Education program, transfer students must submit passing scores on the General Knowledge (GK) portion of the Florida Teacher Certification Exam (FTCE).

They must also complete the following prerequisite courses with a minimum 3.0 GPA:

• 2-Dimensional Design
• 3-Dimensional Design
• Drawing 1
• Drawing 2
• Art History 1 (Survey of Western art from ancient to Renaissance)
• Art History 2 (Survey of Western art from Renaissance through modern)
• Two additional studio courses
• Intro to Art Education or Intro to Education

Note:

• Prerequisite courses do not need to be completed before applying, but must be completed before attending UF.
• Prerequisites may not be taken at UF—they must be completed in advance.

We encourage students to complete as many studio prerequisites as possible before applying. These courses typically strengthen portfolio submissions. The list above reflects minimum requirements—students are advised to take additional studio courses when possible.

Need help choosing the right studios? Connect with the Undergraduate Advisor for tailored guidance.

To be eligible for admission into the Art + Technology program, students must have completed the following with a minimum 3.0 GPA:

• Two additional studio courses
• 2-Dimensional Design
• 3-Dimensional Design
• Drawing 1
• Drawing 2
• Art History 1 (Survey of Western art from ancient to Renaissance)
• Art History 2 (Survey of Western art from Renaissance through modern)

Recommended:
Students planning to pursue Art + Technology are strongly encouraged to have completed coursework in pre-calculus or calculus.

Note:

• Prerequisite courses do not need to be completed before submitting an application, but must be completed before attending UF.
• Prerequisites may not be taken at UF.
• Completing more than the minimum number of studio courses is highly encouraged—these courses often contribute to a stronger portfolio.

Connect with the Undergraduate Advisor for personalized course recommendations.

Why Do I Need a Portfolio?

To be admitted to the University of Florida’s upper-division art program, you must submit a portfolio of your artwork. This portfolio helps our faculty assess your:

• Artistic and academic potential
• Technical skill and creative development
• Ability to express yourself visually

Your portfolio should reflect your best and most recent work, thoughtfully selected to show who you are as an artist.

What to Include in Your Portfolio

Select projects that best represent you as an artist, showcasing your skills and experience. Your portfolio should:

• Include work that you believe relevant to how you express yourself as an artist.
• Be thoughtfully organized to demonstrate a developing creative vision and cohesive themes.

There is no single formula for a perfect portfolio—the final selection is up to you. Always submit your strongest, most representative work.

Tips for Portfolio Success

• We focus on artistic expression and the exploration of ideas. Avoid overly commercial work such as wedding or product photography, fan art commissions, or similar projects.
• Demonstrate your ability to develop ideas; this, along with content and meaning, are just as important as formal or compositional skill.
• Include a thematic element—whether through medium, concept, or subject matter—to show cohesion in your work.
• Set your own goals and aspirations. Show independence, creativity, and self-direction. Portfolios with a clear and coherent artistic vision are stronger than those with a scattered collection of unrelated exercises.

Writing Your Statement of Intent

Along with your visual portfolio, you’ll submit a Statement of Intent. This is your opportunity to tell us more about your creative practice and motivations.

Your statement should address:

• Why you make the work you do
• How your chosen media supports your process
• Your creative influences and background
• Your goals, strengths, and areas for growth

We want to understand not only what you create, but what drives your work. Be honest, thoughtful, and specific.