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The Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) degree program at the Corcoran College of Art + Design provides a course of study for students who are highly motivated about their art education and are seeking professional development, a career change or are unable to enroll in the College's full-time BFA program. Students may attend on a part-time basis and have up to six years from the time of enrollment to complete the 66 credit degree. The majors include: Digital Media Design, Fine Art, Graphic Design, and Photography.

Students interested in applying for the AFA degree program are encouraged to visit the College for an interview. To arrange for an interview with the Office of Admissions, please call 202.639.1814. Interested candidates are asked to call for an appointment at least one week before the visit and to mention their interest in the AFA program.

Majors
Students may pursue an Associate of Fine Art degree in on of four areas: fine art, graphic design, digital media design, and fine art photography. In each program, students complete a series of courses in Foundation, Art/Design History, General Studies, and Studio. Each program has required studios plus studio electives where students can pursue a particular area of focus within their major. Students considering transferring from the AFA to FA program should work closely with their AFA advisor to select courses in the AFA that are best suited to satisfying requirements for their ultimate BFA curriculum.

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Office of Admissions
Corcoran College of Art + Design
500 Seventeenth Street NW
Washington, DC 20006
Phone: (202) 639-1814
Fax: (202) 639-1830
admissions@corcoran.org