Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Arts

Create, communicate, and innovate with digital media

In the BFA in Digital Art program at Indiana University Southeast, you’ll gain the creative and technical skills to express your artistic vision using traditional and emerging digital media. The curriculum spans a wide range of techniques, including digital photography, experimental and narrative video production, animation, web design, projection mapping, and motion-based interactivity. Whether you’re exploring short films, immersive digital environments, or conceptual digital art, you’ll develop a strong foundation in visual storytelling, aesthetics, and contemporary media culture.

Build a strong digital portfolio

You’ll also explore the cultural and conceptual implications of digital imagery, learning how still, moving, and interactive visuals communicate ideas and influence audiences. Through hands-on projects and guided experimentation, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking and creative problem-solving abilities while building a portfolio that reflects your unique voice and vision.

Whether your goal is to exhibit work in galleries, create media for clients, or push the boundaries of digital expression, this program prepares you to thrive in today’s evolving creative industries.

Work in professional facilities with expert faculty

Students in the Digital Art concentration train in cutting-edge facilities, including two Macintosh computer labs and the Time-Space studio—a professional lighting space for photo, video, and animation work. You’ll check out industry-grade gear from the Fine Art Gear Lab, including DSLR cameras, 4K production equipment, audio recorders, microphones, and digital drawing tablets. Students also receive full access to Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, and more—on all campus computers and personal laptops—at no additional cost.

Application and tuition information

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Tuition information

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Career Information

With a BFA in Digital Art, you’ll be prepared for creative and professional opportunities in multimedia production, fine art, photography, and digital content creation. Students and alumni of the program have exhibited work in regional galleries, launched photography and video businesses, participated in national and international film festivals, and earned acceptance to prestigious MFA programs. Graduates with a BFA in Digital Art pursue careers such as:

  • Multimedia Artist or Animator
  • Digital Illustrator
  • Photographer or Videographer
  • Film or Video Editor
  • Web and Interactive Media Designer
  • Visual Effects Artist
  • Creative Director
  • Digital Content Creator
  • Gallery or Studio Manager
  • Graduate Study in Fine Arts or Media Production

Join a vibrant community of creators and learn how to turn your passion for digital media into meaningful artistic and professional impact.

Degree Information

120 Credit hours
Minimum culumulative GPA of 2.0
In-person

Degree requirements

Please visit the IU Southeast Bulletin website for specific degree requirements.

Kentucky residents

Kentucky students are part of our IU Southeast family. In fact, students from eight Kentucky counties receive in-state tuition through our reciprocity program, students from non-reciprocity Kentucky counties qualify for reduced tuition through our Indiana Partners Program, and all Kentucky students may qualify for the KEES Match Scholarship! Learn more about the advantages of attending IU Southeast, including the lowest four-year tuition rate in the region, staying close to home while you earn your degree, and the unique experience only IU Southeast can offer.

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