Introduction
The AFA degree offers students multiple opportunities and experience in a number of art disciplines with an emphasis on the development of a strong portfolio of artwork. The  AFA degree is a model that highlights transfer opportunities as an art major to Bachelor of Art and Bachelor of Fine Art programs, while
providing graduates with a sold foundation for artistic growth and for employment opportunities with just the associate degree.  It also serves as a degree for students who may already have a degree in another field or are seeking positions in galleries, community centers and museums.

The AFA degree includes all requirements of the Direct Transfer AA degree plus students have added points for transfer for completing a program of study in their major that shows serious intention and
achievement. The broad education of the AFA degree is an important background for serious lifelong artistic development.  Admission with major status into formal art programs is based on portfolio assessment.

The development of a competitive portfolio, as the AFA in Visual Arts is designed to do, provides focus for a fine arts student and prepares students for entry into competitive programs nationwide.

Students pursuing the AFA degree have two options of study. They can complete the Foundation Studio Art Option with a concentration in two-dimensional or in three-dimensional art, or, if they have a clear
interest in photography, they can complete the Photography Option. The planning sheets below for each option indicate the course selections and requirements for the degree.

For more information or advising about the AFA degree, please contact the studio art advisor
Bruce - 206-546 5822 / bamstutz@shoreline.edu,
   or the photography advisor
Chris Simons - 206 546 4507/ csimons@shoreline.edu.

> Next: The Degree Programs and PDF Program Planning Sheets

(>Program website: Shoreline Visual Arts)