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Art and design profoundly influence our surroundings. As a creative individual, you possess the power to affect society across multiple dimensions—impacting culture, dialogue, business, environmental responsibility, fairness, and innovative solutions. If you're passionate about creating meaningful change and realizing your imaginative concepts, pursuing art might be your perfect path. This field allows you to express your inventiveness while examining how artistic practice can enhance your self-awareness, strengthen community ties, and illuminate the social, cultural, and political contexts that shape our lives.
Have earned the equivalent of a U.S. high school diploma.  If you have already completed secondary school, you need to submit both academic transcripts and proof of graduation with your application documents. 
Students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.000, both overall and at the University at Buffalo
Transcripts / mark sheets / certificates
Personal Essay
One letter of recommendation from a school counselor, teacher, community member or employer.