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why study the fine arts at tcu?

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The College of Fine Arts is where artistic expression meets limitless opportunities. Here, we’re shaping the next generation of visionary creators and thought leaders, while advocating for the arts as a vital cornerstone of education and life in an interconnected world.

Join our Community of Artists
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Academic Units

  • Art

    A student in the painting lab laughs while loading more paint onto her paint brush
  • Classical & Contemporary Dance

    A female dancer in a dramatic red dress is captured mid-jump
  • Fashion Merchandising

    Students review fabric swatches and colors in the Fashion Merchandising lab
  • Graphic & Interior Design

    A student trims out a brightly colored poster design using a craft knife
  • Music

    Musicians, including several clarinetists, play as part of a wind ensemble
  • Theatre

    Students rehearse a stage performance while being coached by their instructor

Our College By the Numbers

  • 6disciplines of study
  • 95%of students employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
  • #4best fine and studio arts schools in Texas
    College Factual ’24
  • 175%increase in enrollment for the Arts Leadership & Entrepreneurship minor, drawing students from across academic disciplines
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Fund Your Education

At TCU, you can follow your creative dreams while taking advantage of financial aid and scholarship opportunities to help fund your education. You’ll be prepared for any endeavor you pursue and for life as a globally-minded, creative world-changer.

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We’re Educating Tomorrow’s Creative Leaders

Our alumni are making their mark at world-renowned organizations, excelling in their fields and inspiring communities to Lead On, Creatively. Hear their stories and discover the path that’s right for you.

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World-Class Facilities

Explore the cutting-edge spaces where creativity comes to life at the College of Fine Arts. Our facilities provide the perfect environment to develop your skills in the fine and performing arts.

Announcements

Graphic Design Senior Attends Adobe MAX 2025

Professional development is a cornerstone of the Department of Design’s mission, and a graduating senior had the opportunity this fall to engage directly with the global design industry. Samuel Wumbee, BFA Graphic Design senior, attended Adobe MAX 2025 in Los Angeles — one of the world’s premier creative conferences — where over 10,000 designers, technologists, and industry leaders convened. (continue reading)

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