Fine Arts
About Fine Arts
Fine Arts at CCC is a transfer degree, meaning the courses you take here count toward a bachelor's degree at any Arizona public university. Whether you are just beginning to explore your creative potential or you already know you want to pursue a career in the visual arts, this is where that journey starts.
Program Options
- Associate of Fine Arts: Visual Arts (AFA) Degree
- Fine Arts Electives
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 include:
- Studio Artist
- Photographer
- Art Educator (with further education)
- Art History or Museum Professional (with further education)
- Gallery or Exhibition Coordinator
- Illustrator
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 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 make sure your credits count when you get there, so you are not starting over or losing ground on your way to a bachelor’s degree.
Please meet with an Advisor to discuss options.
Career Outlook
Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need prior art experience to enroll?
No. CCC’s Fine Arts courses welcome students at all experience levels. Whether you’ve been making art for years or you’re picking up a brush for the first time, you’ll find a place to learn and grow.
- Is the Associate of Fine Arts only for students who want to become professional artists?
Not at all. Many students pursue Fine Arts to develop creative skills that support other fields, including design, education, architecture, marketing, and communications. The program builds visual thinking and problem-solving skills that are useful across a wide range of careers.
- Will my credits transfer to a university?
Yes. The Associate of Fine Arts in Visual Arts is a transfer degree designed to apply toward a bachelor’s degree at Arizona public universities. CCC works directly with Arizona’s public universities to make sure your credits count when you get there. Meet with an advisor to confirm how your coursework applies to your intended institution and major.
- Can I take Fine Arts classes without pursuing the full degree?
Yes. Fine Arts electives are open to any student who wants to explore studio art, build creative skills, or simply enjoy making something, regardless of your program of study.
- Will I build a portfolio?
Yes. Developing a body of work is an important part of a Fine Arts education at CCC. Your coursework will help you build the technical skills and artistic voice that four-year programs and professional careers expect.
- What materials or supplies will I need?
Supply requirements vary by course. Your instructor will provide a detailed list at the start of the semester.
Meet Your Faculty:
Next Steps:
- Apply for free
- Find ways to pay for college
- Meet with your Advisor
- Enroll in classes
