Fine Arts

Career Outlook

Artistic talent and design knowledge open doors to a variety of fulfilling career opportunities. Take your first steps toward creating, teaching, or managing art with a degree in Fine Arts. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the demand for professional artists to grow 6% by 2031. The median annual wage for craft and fine artists was $49,960 in 2021.

With a four-year degree in Fine Arts, you'll be ready for a wide range of professional careers, including:

• Art Educator
• Art Gallery Director
• Art Therapist
• Designer
• Illustrator
• Photographer
• Professional Artist

Curious about career pathways in this field? Check out Career Coach to learn more about industry job growth, education requirements, earning potential, and more. 

Smooth Transfer to a Four-Year College

If you're considering a bachelor’s degree after FLCC, our academic advisors will help you connect with four-year schools and explore transfer options. We'll assist you in selecting courses that efficiently meet the requirements for both FLCC and your future college.

• Joint Admissions Agreements: These allow first-year students to gain admission to both FLCC and participating four-year schools at the same time. Gain peace of mind knowing your next step is set while you complete your associate degree with us.
• Transfer Articulation Agreements: These partnerships ensure your credits from FLCC will transfer directly and seamlessly to a partner four-year school. You can enter a bachelor’s program with full junior standing, saving you time and money.

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Where Our Students Transfer

Many students in our Fine Arts program go on to complete a four-year degree at colleges such as:

• Roberts Wesleyan College
• Rochester Institute of Technology
• Rhode Island School of Design
• Savannah College of Art and Design
• SUNY Brockport
• SUNY Buffalo State
• SUNY New Paltz
• SUNY Oswego

Learn from Experienced Artists and Designers

Visit local art galleries, museums, print shops, and design firms to learn about current trends in art and design. You'll attend exhibitions, meet visiting artists, hear from guest speakers, and participate in community workshops.

Student Collaboration and Community

Fine arts and graphic design students share many core courses at FLCC — so you'll be part of a talented and diverse community of artists. You'll have many opportunities to connect with peers and work on projects together, including:

• Student Art Club — participate in gallery openings, guest lecture events, and student trips.
• Create + Connect — a twice-monthly public event focused on creating art in an informal environment while connecting with others.
• Letters & Lattes — a public arts event for anyone ages 15-21 to connect with peers and explore your creativity in a safe space.

Sample Courses

Visit our academic catalog for a complete listing of program requirements, including prerequisites, general education requirements, electives, and a sample schedule.

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Sample core courses you'll take in this program include:

• ART 100 - Art History: Prehistory to Middle Ages
• ART 101 - Art History: Renaissance to Modern Art
• ART 102 - Foundation Drawing I
• ART 103 - Foundation Drawing II
• ART 104 - Design I
• ART 105 - Design II
• ART 109 - Art Portal
• ART 251 - Portfolio Prep