Fine Arts
About Fine Arts
Program Options
Associate of Fine Arts: Visual Arts (AFA)
The Associate of Fine Arts in Visual Arts is a transfer degree designed for students planning to continue their education at a four-year university. You’ll build a strong technical foundation, develop your artistic voice, and complete coursework that applies toward a bachelor’s degree at any Arizona public university.
This program is a good fit if you:
- Plan to transfer to a university to pursue a bachelor’s degree in fine arts or a related field
- Want a structured academic program with a clear transfer pathway
- Are building a portfolio and developing your skills as a visual artist
Fine Arts Electives
Fine Arts electives are open to any student who wants to explore studio art, develop creative skills, or simply enjoy making something.
This option is a good fit if you:
- Want to explore the visual arts before committing to a degree
- Are pursuing another program but want to add creative coursework
- Are taking classes for personal enrichment or professional development
- Just want to make art
What Can I Do within Fine arts?
Build your skills as a working artist or prepare to transfer and pursue a career in art education, art history, gallery work or photography. CCC’s Fine Arts program develops the foundational studio skills and art history context that four-year programs expect you to have and that working artists rely on throughout their careers.
Career paths Fine Arts graduates pursue a wide range of creative and professional careers, including:
- Studio Artist
- Photographer
- Illustrator
- Gallery or Exhibition Coordinator
- Art Educator (with further education)
- Art History or Museum Professional (with further education)
What Will I Learn?
- Studio art fundamentals, including drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture
- Photography and visual composition
- Color theory and design principles
- Art history and cultural context
Program at a glance
- Length of Program
- Associate of Science (AS) Transfer Degree
- AGEC-S Certificate
- Individual AGEC courses
- Course Delivery:
- In-person and Online Classes
- Course Schedule:
- Day and Evening Classes Available
- Transferrability:
- All Courses transfer to NAU, ASU, and U of A as AGEC credit.
- Financial Aid Eligible
- Military/Veteran Benefits Available
- Location:
- Lone Tree Cmapus
- Page Campus
- Online
Transfer Options
The Associate of Fine Arts in Visual Arts is designed specifically for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to complete a bachelor’s degree.
CCC works directly with Arizona’s public universities to ensure your credits apply toward your intended degree program. When you transfer, you’ll arrive with a strong foundation, a developing portfolio, and coursework that counts, so you’re not starting over or losing ground on your way to a bachelor’s degree.
Ready to build your transfer plan?
Meet with an advisor to explore transfer pathways, confirm course applicability, and map out your path from CCC to a four-year university.
Schedule an Advising Appointment
Career Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need to know sign language to get started?
No prior experience is required to begin. You can start with ASL 101, which is open to beginners. Placement requirements vary, so check with an advisor to find the right starting point for your skill level.
- What is the difference between the AA degree and the certificate?
The AA degree takes about two years and requires 60 credits. The certificate is a shorter option at 40 credits and covers the core interpreting courses. Both programs prepare you for a career working with the Deaf community. The certificate is also aligned with the AA degree, so credits can count toward the full degree if you decide to continue.
- Are there admission requirements for the interpreting program?
Yes. To be admitted to the interpreting track, you need to demonstrate fourth-semester proficiency in ASL and be enrolled in or have completed ASL 203, ASL 110, and ITP 210. You will also need to complete a questionnaire and a preliminary assessment of your signing skills.
Meet Your Faculty:
Next Steps:
- Apply for free
- Find ways to pay for college
- Meet with your Advisor
- Enroll in classes
