Internal Transfer
FAQS FOR CMU STUDENTS APPLYING FOR TRANSFER TO ART
Does Art accept internal transfers in the Fall AND Spring?
Yes, Art will consider applicants for transfer for both the fall and the spring semesters.
Can you tell me what the School of Art is looking for in an applicant?
The Carnegie Mellon University School of Art is seeking students with a wide range of talents, aptitudes and backgrounds. Artistic ability, academic performance and leadership capabilities are all important in evaluating applicants for admission. Students should be performing well in their current major.
What are the application/portfolio deadlines?
If you wish to be admitted for the fall semester, your application and portfolio must be submitted early in March. If you wish to be admitted for the spring semester, your application and portfolio must be submitted in mid-October. (The deadlines for the
BFA application are always the same as those for the
BHA/BSA application.)
BHA and
BSA applicants who wish to be admitted to the Art Focus need only submit their portfolio and student information (see page 1 of the form) to the School of Art.
How can I get the application?
The Art application can be picked up in the Art Office (CFA 300) or downloaded from the
Forms section of the
BHA/BSA Website
Where do I bring my completed application and portfolio?
Bring your application and portfolio to the School of Art office (CFA 300) by the date due. You will be notified after it has been reviewed and will be expected to pick up your portfolio within a week of that notice.
Can you give me some tips for preparing my portfolio?
Portfolio tips are provided at the link to the left, ‘Portfolio Guidelines’.
Who is the person in Art to see for information about an internal transfer to Art?
Mark Cato, Assistant Head, is the advisor for internal transfers. He can be emailed at
mdcato
andrew.cmu.edu, or telephoned (412) 268-1531. Let him know what days/times you can meet and he will set up an appointment to discuss an internal transfer to Art.
Image Credit: Detail from photograph by Carrie Schneider (BHA '01)
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