This degree is offered by the College of Design, which has a unique multidisciplinary structure, blending creative practitioners with experts from various fields. The College is dedicated to visual culture and the built, natural, and social environments through the principles of civic responsibility, environmental sustainability, and international understanding. Academic school/college: College of Design. This Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Fine Arts program in Art offers a comprehensive study of visual arts with options for a broader liberal arts education (BA), a more science-focused approach (BS), or intensive studio training (BFA), allowing students to tailor their degree to their interests and career goals across various artistic disciplines.

Career options vary depending on the chosen degree path but can include professional artist, graphic designer, digital artist, photographer, filmmaker, art educator, gallery assistant, museum technician, and roles in advertising, marketing, and other creative industries. The BFA typically emphasizes fine arts careers, while the BA/BS can lead to a broader range of opportunities.

The University of Oregon is a leading public research university with high levels of student research involvement and Oregon's only member of the exclusive Association of American Universities. It offers an unbeatable quality of life in Eugene, a top 50 "college town" on the West Coast. The program is offered by the College of Design, which has a unique multidisciplinary structure and a commitment to civic responsibility, environmental sustainability, and international understanding.