Academics, opportunities and resources in the College of Fine Arts

The College of Fine Arts prepares students for the creation, practice, study, criticism and teaching of the arts, in a context that emphasizes cultural diversity, community engagement and technological innovation.

The college is a leading institution in advancing the arts through research and the creation of new work, preserving the past while striving to define the future of artistic traditions. It is committed to exploring the interrelationships among the arts and among the arts and other disciplines. By presenting performances and exhibitions, the college seeks to deepen understanding of the arts, to expand audiences, and to enrich the quality of life, in the university, community, state, nation and world.

Career Information

Want to know what you can do with a fine arts degree? UT Austin has the only Fine Arts Career Services Office in the country devoted entirely to helping fine arts students prepare for the working world.

Treasures and Highlights

The Blanton Museum of Art is recognized as one of the leading university art museums in the country. With over 17,000 works of art in its collection, it is the largest university art museum in the country. The museum is first and foremost an object-based teaching and research institution. The museum’s grand new building opened its doors to the public on April 29, 2006.

For 25 years the Performing Arts Center has played host to the greatest performing artists in theater, music and dance to the thrill and delight of millions in Central Texas.

The Miró String Quartet, one of America's brightest and most exciting young string quartets, is the resident Faculty String Quartet at The University of Texas at Austin Butler School of Music.

Special Application Requirements

In addition to completing an application for admission, prospective fine art students should also learn about special application and program requirements for freshman applicants and transfer applicants.

Applying to Fine Arts

Looking for information about the majors offered by the University of Texas at Austin? Visit the Colleges, Schools, and Majors page for a list of freshman and transfer majors in each college and school, many with links to details about the program.

Think you’re ready to select fine arts as your major choice? Learn about applying for freshman admission or transfer admission.