BFA

Fine Arts

Learn more about studying Fine Arts as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    71,982USD
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #334

Program overview

What Tufts University says about their program:

Bachelor of Fine Arts is a programme offered at Tufts University. The programme provides a structured pathway for students who want to study this subject area in a higher education setting.

Delivered as part of the broader academic offering at Tufts University, Bachelor of Fine Arts is designed to support students through a balanced mix of taught content and applied learning. The programme aims to build subject knowledge alongside transferable skills that students can carry into further study or work.

Students enrolled on Bachelor of Fine Arts benefit from the wider learning environment at Tufts University, including the academic support and student services available across the institution. The programme is intended to give a clear, supported route through the chosen field of study.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • International students must complete the full application requirements for either First-Year or Transfer admissions.
  • If English is not the primary language and not the language of instruction in their secondary school/undergraduate study, international students are required to submit English-language testing.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

Postgraduate

  • IELTS

    IELTS: 6.5.

  • TOEFL

    TOEFL iBT: 90 (or 4.5 on new 1-6 scale).

  • Duolingo

    Duolingo English Test: 120.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

We are not aware of any specific A levels, IB or GPA grading score requirements for this program.

Check back soon, or visit the official program page for the latest information on required grades.

Scholarships at Tufts University

  • Need-based financial aid for international students

    Official page

    Tufts University provides need-based undergraduate financial aid and requires international students seeking aid to request it at the time of application. Tufts does not offer merit-based undergraduate scholarships.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Tufts University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Tufts University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Tufts University?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,867
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,675
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$235
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$83
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$75
Monthly public transport pass$90
Monthly grocery basket$450
Books and study supplies (monthly)$83
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$104

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced), salary.com (Editorial estimate) and students.tufts.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for Tufts University

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at Tufts University.

USA student visa requirements