Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Arts - Jewelry and Metalsmithing

The bachelor of fine arts (B.F.A.) degree in studio arts is the degree for the professional artist.

Focusing on the practice and production of contemporary art this degree affords you the opportunity to pursue intensive coursework in traditional modes of art making such as ceramics, jewelry and metalsmithing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture while exploring more contemporary approaches such as installation, performance art, public art, and social practices.

Students will have the opportunity to choose to concentrate within one of the traditional media intensives or pursue an interdisciplinary practice that incorporates various mediums, methods, and approaches guided by mentorship programs and extensive advising. With an emphasis on professional practices, emphasizing the skills and abilities to develop and maintain a sustainable artistic practice, this degree aims to build on Syracuse's rich legacy of educating the innovative artists and cultural practitioners of the future.

Our jewelry and metalsmithing intensive teaches you to produce artworks in such precious metals as gold and silver, nonprecious metals, including aluminum, bronze, brass, and pewter, and such nonmetal materials as plastics, woods, and gemstones. You may create jewelry, hollowware, flatware, and small sculpture.

Students make objects that range from the highly functional to the purely expressive. You study such jewelry and metalsmithing techniques as forming, joining, molding, stonecutting, stone setting, and surface decorating. Related studies in the classical and contemporary uses of materials and tools, rendering, and small sculpture provide topics for independent research and investigation. Your courses will also address current issues in the field, history of metalsmithing, and presentation and display skills.

Official secondary school transcript
Senior year grade report
You must be enrolled in or have graduated from an accredited secondary school.
SAT/ACT scores will not be required for students applying for Fall 2024, Spring 2025, Fall 2025 or Spring 2026 admission.
Secondary school counselor evaluation
One academic recommendation
Preferred TOEFL - 85+
Preferred IELTS- 6.5+
Preferred Cambridge- 176+