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Art is not just important to us here at UNM, it’s part of us. We teach it, create it, and embrace it. It shapes our identity and even drives our economy.
Whether it’s cast or woven, printed or painted, disruptive, experimental, theoretical or visionary, we have an insatiable love and deep respect for the artist and their practice—and if you do too, we should really talk.
Focusing on traditional and avant-garde studio art practice, art history, and art education, The Department of Art provides an environment where creativity and intellectual discourse can flourish
As the only music program in the state to have dedicated performance faculty-artists to teach every instrument or voice, the Department of Music strives to develop the complete musician
The Department of Theatre and Dance cultivates critical thinking and analysis, providing a broad, liberal arts education in the related performing arts of Dance, Theatre, and Design for Performance
Dedicated to the study and practice of film and video as art, Film & Digital Arts develops the necessary skills to succeed as a moviemaker, screenwriter, video game designer, film historian, or experimental artist
Stories from the HeART of the Arts in New Mexico
Announcing ARTSSPLASH 2023 hosted by The UNM College of Fine Arts
Announcing ARTSSPLASH 2023 hosted by The UNM College of Fine Arts Albuquerque, NM – Harris Smith, Dean of the College of Fine Arts at The University of New Mexico, announces the second annual ARTSSPLASH event on Wednesday, Sept. 27. ARTSSSPLASH 2023 will celebrate...
Diller Scofidio + Renfro chosen as architect for UNM’s Center for Collaborative Arts and Technology Building
Diller Scofidio + Renfro chosen as architect for UNM's Center for Collaborative Arts and Technology Building By Sarah Scott, August 04, 2023 University of New Mexico Planning, Design & Construction has selected Diller Scofidio + Renfro (DS+R), a highly influential...
Welcome new Assistant Professor of Cello, Christoph Wagner who makes the strings sing
Welcome new Assistant Professor of Cello, Christoph Wagner who makes the strings sing Originally published in the Daily Lobo on August 20, 2023, by Addison Key, Culture Editor at the Daily Lobo ____ Christoph Wagner always wanted to play the cello. Wagner is...
Explore The Arts!
Stay up-to-date with upcoming events in art, film & digital arts, music, and theatre & dance via the CFA Events Calendar! In addition to our scholarly pursuits, the College of Fine Arts is also a dynamic visual & performing arts center for the burgeoning arts community of Albuquerque.
Produced by our creative students and faculty, the College of Fine Arts proudly presents over 300 public performances, exhibitions, installations & art discussions annually.
CFA by the Numbers
• Top 8 in the nation in Photography
• The only place in the US to earn a concentration in Flamenco
• The only college at UNM with a fund dedicated to studying abroad
• 64% of CFA grads find jobs before or within 4 months of graduation
• 100% Music Education job placement
• Best American cities for creatives – Thrillist
• Diverse culture – 94% of students had a conversation with people different from themselves
• The top state for fine artists
• The #3 State for actors
• The #15 State for Musicians
—NEA Ranks
Undergraduate Degrees
Full-Time Faculty
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of Students Receive Financial Aid
Days of Sunshine Per Year
A Message From The Dean
“I am honored and excited to serve as the Dean for the College of Fine Arts at the University of New Mexico, it is my goal to work with the talented faculty, staff and students of the CFA to positively impact the region, and empower all underrepresented people of the state. Additionally, I am looking forward to the CFA being an active partner in supporting the success of President Stokes’ Grand Challenge Initiative, helping make our school a destination university.
—Harris D. Smith, Dean of the College of Fine Arts, Professor, Dept. of Theatre & Dance
UNM College of Fine Arts’ Statement of Solidarity and Anti-Racism
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How to Apply
• All students must be admitted to the University, whether as an incoming freshman, transfer student, or non-degree student. Apply online through the Admissions Department at UNM
•After meeting all CFA admission requirements, students must apply to become a declared major.
Academic Advisement
The College of Fine Arts Student Success & Advisement Center is committed to serve the UNM community with compassion, guidance, and respect as we promote academic excellence.
To speak with a CFA advisor, please call (505) 277-4817.