Business Administration - John F. Kennedy University

It is strongly recommended that prospective BA completion
students submit all required application materials in one envelope
to the admissions office by the priority application date. Appli cants
must meet all University requirements for admission in addition to
those requirements listed below.
• official transcripts from every previously attended college and
University attended. (Transcripts should be sent directly to the
applicant who must then send them to the admissions office
without opening the envelope in which they are received.)
• Personal statement: three double-spaced, typewritten pages
outlining the reasons for pursuing a bachelor’s degree at JFKU.
• Pre-admission interview.
requirements for Bfa in Studio arts
Two sets of academic transcripts from all colleges or universities
attended are required. Applicants to the BFA program are normally
expected to have completed at least 60 quarter units at another
college prior to admission. Applicants should check with an
academic advisor as to the necessary course prerequisites. To
schedule an interview with an academic advisor, applicants should
contact the Arts & Consciousness program at arts@jfku.edu or
(510) 649-0499.
Applicants must submit a portfolio of 10–15 original artworks in
any media that have been completed within the last two years. This
may occur during the pre-admission interview or through the mail
in the following forms: 35 mm slides in a slide sheet, with an
accompanying list of the artworks, media, dimensions, and the year
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completed; CD or DvD of photographs of artwork; or DvD or vHS
format videos of installations or time-based artwork, such as
movement or performance art. Written material such as conceptual
documentation, poetry, or other art forms of written expression are
appropriate for inclusion in the portfolio. online portfolio
submissions may also be made.
A typed three- to five-page essay describing the applicant’s artistic
background and aesthetic interests, as well as the reasons for
applying to the BFA program, is required. References to sources of
artistic inspiration, personal history, and interests in spiritual
practice, philosophy, or community interactions are appropriate
subjects for inclusion in the personal statement. In addition, a
meeting with an academic advisor is required upon admission. At
this meeting, the advisor will discuss transfer credits, degree
requirements, and courses necessary for entry into the program.
An individualized education plan for completion of the BFA
program will be developed.
academic Policies
graduate Courses
Undergraduates must be admitted to a linked-degree program or
secure the program chair’s written approval before enrolling in
graduate courses to fulfill undergraduate degree requirements.
Approval by the dean or program chair of the graduate school is
also required.
independent Study
Independent study offers students an opportunity for individual or
tutorial instruction in areas not covered by regularly offered
courses. Normally, this is further exploration of an area where the
student has established a solid foundation. The student works
under the supervision of a core faculty member in choosing
independent readings, assignments, and activities. These studies
are subject to the dean’s or program’s approval.
directed Study
Directed study offers students under exceptional circumstances the
opportunity to do the work of a regularly offered course in a quarter
when the course is not scheduled.
Transfer Work after admission
Students wishing to take CLEP or DSST exams or to complete
coursework at other institutions after enrolling at the University
should first contact the registrar’s office to determine if the exam
or coursework will be transferable. Upon completion of approved
work, students must arrange to have updated official transcripts
sent to the registrar’s office showing the course(s) completed and
the unit(s) and grade(s) awarded.
double Majors
Undergraduate students who have interest in more than one subject
area may choose to complete their studies at JFKU with a double
major. Students pursuing a double major are not eligible to link to
any other programs. Nine units of upper division coursework taken
from outside the Liberal Arts program will be applied toward one
major only. Students who complete the requirements for a second
major will have both majors noted on their academic record. All
requirements must be completed for both, including required
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