BFA in Glass with Entrepreneurial Studies in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Glass program at Tyler School of Art and Architecture, ranked among the country's leading programs in this field, provides students with exceptional facilities and trains them to become skilled artists and designers with deep knowledge of glasswork's historical, chemical, technical, and artistic dimensions. At Tyler, glass students become part of a dynamic, inclusive community of artists and instructors, working in spacious studios where they master diverse glass techniques—from glassblowing and hot-casting to kiln-forming, flamework, and performance art. Beyond acquiring traditional and cutting-edge methods, students develop critical thinking and problem-solving abilities while participating in beloved Tyler Glass events like Blow-a-thons and Pumpkinferno. Located in Philadelphia, a thriving arts hub with a rich glassmaking heritage, Tyler BFA students leverage the city's resources and nearby New York for internships, career opportunities, museum visits, gallery exhibitions, creative ventures, and admission to top-tier graduate programs. The Entrepreneurship curriculum supplements studio training by equipping students with practical business skills, whether they aim to sustain an artistic practice or pursue advanced studies. Graduates leave the program with the professional expertise needed to succeed as visual artists or creative entrepreneurs.