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2026-27 cycleNashville, TN
Watkins College of Art Design & Film
Originally founded in 1885, Watkins College of Art merged into Belmont University in 2020 and now operates as the Watkins College of Art at Belmont. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, it offers programs in studio art, graphic design, illustration, photography, and film within a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university environment.
Acceptance rate
82%
Undergrad enrollment
7,100
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
$50
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early ActionEarly Action Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| ScholarshipGeneral Academic Merit Scholarship Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| TransferSpring 2027 Transfer Priority Deadline | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidPriority FAFSA Submission Deadline | December 1, 2026 |
| Regular DecisionRolling Admissions Final Target Date for Fall 2027 Entry | July 1, 2027 |
| TransferFall 2027 Transfer Priority Deadline | July 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
No supplemental essays required
Watkins College of Art Design & Film does not require school-specific supplemental essays for the 2026-27 cycle. Your personal statement carries the application.
Data gathered August 2026.