Admissions: Undergraduate Art History

HOW TO APPLY FOR A B.A. IN ART HISTORY

Incoming Freshmen – START HERE

STEP 1: Apply to the University of Florida

UF APPLICATION DEADLINES:

Early Action: November 1, 2025

Regular Decision: January 15, 2026

First-time college students apply to the University of Florida through the UF Office of Admissions. There is no separate application required for the School of Art + Art History.

Freshman Admission Information
Freshman Application

No portfolio required—but we’d love to see your work.
While a portfolio is not required for admission to the B.A. in Art, applicants who list Art, Art History, or Graphic Design as their intended major will be invited to submit optional supplemental materials after applying to UF. These materials help us get to know you and your creative practice—and may also be considered for scholarship opportunities.

Applicants for Summer B/Fall 2026

Once you’ve submitted your application to UF by the appropriate deadline (Early Action or Regular Decision), you’ll be directed here for next steps.

What’s next?
We’d love to learn more about you and your art history practice. After submitting your application, you’re invited to share a brief summary of your academic, research, and service activities.

Note: This submission is optional and not required for admission. Materials will be reviewed for scholarship consideration only.

Summary (Optional) Deadlines & Process

Early Action

November 25, 2025. Submit your summary via SlideRoom. The submission portal will close on November 26.

Regular Decision

January 31, 2026. Submit your summary via SlideRoom.

A link to the current SlideRoom portal will be posted here when available.

Questions?
Email us at SAAHAdmissions@arts.ufl.edu.

Transfer Students – START HERE

STEP 1: Welcome

We’re glad you’re interested in joining the School of Art + Art History. The transfer process can be complex, but we’re here to support you.

Each degree program has its own application requirements—be sure to review the details on the individual degree pages below.

Important:

  • Deadlines are strictly enforced. Submit all materials by the posted dates.
  • UF expects full-time enrollment (12+ credits in fall and spring).
  • Most transfer students complete their degree in 2 to 2.5 years.

STEP 2: Review Prerequisites

The UF School of Art + Art History (SA+AH) undergraduate majors are limited access programs. This means admission is competitive, and meeting the minimum GPA, coursework, or portfolio requirements does not guarantee acceptance.

Minimum requirements for transfer applicants:

  • At least 60 transferable credits
  • A 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • An Associate of Arts (AA) degree is recommended for Florida public college transfers

Make sure to review all program-specific requirements before applying.

Credit Transfer

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.

Students with 90+ Credits

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.

Art History Prerequisite Courses

A minimum 3.0 GPA is required in the following courses:

  • Art History 1: Survey of Western art from ancient to Renaissance
  • Art History 2: Survey of Western art from Renaissance through modern
  • One studio art course: Examples include drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, printmaking, or photography
  • Two consecutive semesters of college-level foreign language
    (e.g., French 1 and 2, German 1 and 2, Spanish 1 and 2, etc.)

Important Notes

If you are unable to complete these courses at your current institution, please contact Dana Myers, Undergraduate Advisor, for guidance.

The foreign language requirement for Art History is separate from UF’s basic transfer eligibility requirement for foreign language competency.

While prerequisites do not need to be completed before applying, they must be completed before attending UF.

STEP 3: Contact the Undergraduate Admissions & Advising Office

After reviewing the application steps on this site, feel free to contact us with any questions. We know that the transfer admissions process can be complex, and our staff is here to support you every step of the way.

Email: SAAHAdmissions@arts.ufl.edu

STEP 4: Apply to the University of Florida

UF APPLICATION DEADLINES:

September 15, 2025. Spring 2026 Admissions.

March 1, 2026. Summer B/Fall 2026 Admissions.

The University of Florida has specific and strict admissions requirements. Please review them carefully on the UF Admissions website.

Be sure to apply by the deadlines listed below and confirm that the Office of Admissions receives all required materials—including your application, fee, transcripts, test scores, and residency documentation—as early as possible. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed and must be resubmitted for a future term.

Note: Admission to the University of Florida does not guarantee admission to a School of Art + Art History program. Similarly, acceptance into an SA+AH program does not guarantee admission to UF.

To be fully admitted, applicants must meet all requirements for both the University of Florida and the School of Art + Art History.

Students are strongly encouraged to maintain direct communication with the UF Office of Admissions throughout the process to ensure all university requirements, deadlines, and procedures are met.

Step 5: Submit a Letter of Intent

LETTER SUBMISSION DEADLINES:

  • October 1, 2025. Spring 2026 Admission.
  • March 1, 2026. Summer B/Fall 2026 Admission.

The School of Art + Art History invites you to share your reasons for pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Art History at the University of Florida. Your letter of intent should:

  • Be 250–350 words, double-spaced
  • Clearly articulate why you wish to pursue the Art History major at UF
  • Demonstrate your interest, experience, and passion for the field
  • Serve as a sample of your academic writing

How to Submit

Email your letter as an attachment to:
SAAHAdmissions@arts.ufl.edu
Use the subject line: Art History Transfer Letter of Intent

Be thoughtful, clear, and concise—this is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the faculty and make a strong impression.