Applying to art school? You'll probably need a portfolio as part of your application. We've broken it down to 3 steps to help guide you in putting together a stellar portfolio that will get you into your first-choice college.  Boston University School of Visual Arts offers BFA degrees with majors in Painting, Graphic Design , Sculpture, Printmaking , and Art Education . You can learn more here:  http://www.bu.edu/cfa/visual-arts/ .  Applying: When applying to BU School of Visual Arts you will need to submit a portfolio that contains 15-20 total images with at least 3 drawings from direct observation. Those 3 drawings should include 2 still-lifes and 1 portrait. You can learn more here:  http://www.bu.edu/cfa/admissions/scho... . Also, please click here to learn about the general admissions process:  http://www.bu.edu/admissions/apply/ .  Visiting: Boston University offers tours and information sessions year round as well as select open house...